![]() By comparing the Bridge with Atlantis, the poet wants to suggest that the Bridge is a wonder that must be remembered as a miracle by the others. The city is described as being extremely advanced in comparison with other countries and civilizations. The term Atlantis refers to a presumed lost city. Why did the author compare the Bridge with Atlantis? The bridge was seen as a wonder by many and because of this the poet talks about the bridge as if it were a god. The bridge linked two parts of the city that were until then separated and by its construction, mankind was able to prove that they were more powerful than nature and that they did not had to let nature divide them. The Brooklyn Bridge was opened in 1883 and it was for a long time the longest suspended bridge. This elevates the bridge to the status of a hero or deity and the reason behind this is that for many, the bridge was almost like a god, helping them survive. ![]() The author uses terms generally used in poetry from the romantic period to describe the bridge and to make reference to it. Why is the Bridge acclaimed as if it were a god?Ĭrane describes the bridge as if it was a god, capable of holding the entire world on its shoulders. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.
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