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"Bats" is a poem by Randall Jarrell, first published in his 1960 collection, "The Lost World." The poem reflects on the fear and revulsion many people feel towards bats, and on the idea that this fear is often unfounded. Explanation: The poem describes the speaker's encounter with a bat, emphasizing the way its appearance and behavior evoke fear and revulsion in many people. The speaker reflects on the way these reactions are often unfounded, and on the beauty and importance of bats in the ecosystem. Poetic Elements:
Conclusion: Through "Bats," Jarrell challenges the common perception of bats as frightening and dangerous creatures. The poem serves as a reminder of the beauty and importance of these creatures in the ecosystem, and of the way our fears and prejudices can blind us to their true nature. Poem Snippet:
"Sharp silhouettes Against the sky, Fluttering and darting, Shadows in the moonlight; And now they are gone, The bats."
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