“Explanation”In Joy Harjo's poem titled “Eagle Poem”, Harjo talks about prayer and life and how they revolve around mother-nature. It suggests that despite being one with nature, we feel we are in a place we had not imagined and the things we would like to do in that magnificent and relaxing place. After reading the poem, he likes its lyrical character. This is because “Eagle Poem” attaches itself to one idea and extends it to the entire poem. For example, it talks about prayer, nature and animals from beginning to end. In the first three lines of the poem, Harjo talks about opening up to nature where you feel like yourself. It does this by connecting the human body to the sky, earth, sun and moon. The next six lines talk about the concepts and aspects during prayer and how you are in a completely different place. In these first nine lines, Harjo uses repetition with prayer and shows the parallel with the peace that nature and prayer can bring to oneself. Harjo also uses similes in lines ten and twenty-two. Compare the circle of life to that of the eagle and the eagle to an angle. Joy Harjo did an amazing job explaining to the reader that it is possible to relax through prayer and nature. We can all relate to the idea of ​​allowing ourselves to go into places not yet imagined and feel at peace. She connects the idea of ​​tranquility with nature and prayer in well thought out language that allows her to still connect to her Native American ancestors. Harjo's metaphors and images of nature and prayer are effective in getting his point across and creating a deeper connection to his Muskogee Creek heritage. Before reading this poem, one might not be too intrigued by its title, but...... middle of the paper... it doesn't really capture the readers' attention. Although he did not write in the major eras, he wrote in the era when the style of writing was changing. This allowed her to be able to write freely and truly express herself through her words and illusions. Works Cited “Characteristics of Modern Poetry – Poetry – Questions and Answers.” ENotes: Literature study guides, lesson plans, and more. Network. 9 January 2012. "Poetry of the Eagle". Poetry out loud. Network. November 28, 2011. "HARJO, JOY (1951-)." Oklahoma State University - Library - Home. Network. 04 January 2012. "Joy Harjo: The Poetry Foundation." Poetry Foundation. Network. 04 January. 2012. .