I'm getting old now by Robert kroetsch critical appreciation?

Answer 1

I'm getting old now is a prose poem.It is quite vibrant and simple and presents the theme of cycle of life.It depicts the poet's acceptance of death and links iw with his nostalgic memories of his mother.The first part of the poem symbolize his dream while second part signifies that he is close to death.He address death as a long lost friend whom he seeks to meet in the near future.Realizing that he has got less time to spend on earth he reminisce his past memories and dream a lot.In his dream he recollects how much love and pride his mother had in him.The poem is very touching and it instills in us the pain we feel when we reminisce about good things long lost.

Answer 2

He's getting old.