Syntax And Figurative Language In William Blake's The Tyger

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By using diction, syntax, and figurative language and a whimsical tone, “The Tyger” by William Blake reveals a human’s nature to idolize. It starts by saying,”Tyger, Tyger…” and sounds very rhythmic, similar to a child’s fairy tale. This has me expecting a great or legendary story to follow. Later it says,”Distant deeps or skies” and yet again reminds me of a story beginning in words such as,”In a land far, far away…” Immediately, my mind thinks the author is trying to tell the reader the legend of the tiger. The story-like structure continues with the sentences themselves. They are often very brief and rhyming, which make the poem’s words easy to read aloud, while also captivating the audience. “Tyger Tyger burning bright, In the forests