Summer By Dean Myers Summary

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The poem "Summer" by Dean Myers uses figurative language throughout to convey the simple joys experienced during a hot summer day. By using repetition and imagery to create a scene for his readers to experience and understand his message. I chose this poem because it reminded me of my summer experiences that are similar to this one depicted by Mr. Myers. "Summer" communicates a relatable human experience of a hot summer day. By repeating the phrase, "I like hot, hot days" Myers emphasizes his favoritism for hot days as opposed to any other kind of days. One of the consequences of "hot, hot days" naturally occurs, but it seems to be also one of the poet's favorite type of days, "Sweat is all you got days." As this poet emphasizes theses

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