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"Crossing the Red Sea"
Summary: Peter Skrzynecki's poem "Crossing the Red Sea" explores the long journey taken by refugees after fleeing the aftermath of war. In particular, the poem reflects the emotional trauma associated with this journey. Such a journey can have different impacts on different individuals, and the length of the journey allows time for its participants to reflect, to address issues, and to confront their sorrow.
Peter Skrzynecki's poem `Crossing the Red Sea' explores the long journey that refugees have taken after fleeing the aftermath of the war, and also the emotional trauma associated with this journey.
In the poem, Skrzynecki discusses the idea that the impact of a journey can be different for the individuals who experience it. Even though a group of people in similar situations are on the same journey, it does not necessarily mean that their emotions or attitudes toward the journey are the same. Depending on their past and previous experiences, people's perspectives alter greatly from person to person. For instance, one person may be highly grievous as they may have been forced to leave behind members of their family. Their attitudes toward the journey would greatly differ to one who may have lived in poverty their whole life and are seeking a place to receive a second chance...
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