The Shrimp
The Shrimp - meaning Summary
Translucence as Obstacle
Ogden Nash's short comic poem depicts a male shrimp frustrated in courting because his translucent nature makes his beloved hard to see. The speaker treats the biological trait as an everyday social obstacle, turning a small natural fact into a wry commentary on miscommunication and romantic difficulty. The tone is light and playful, using a domestic, modern perspective to find humor in an awkward, literal barrier to connection.
Read Complete AnalysesA shrimp who sought his lady shrimp Could catch no glimpse Not even a glimp. At times, translucence Is rather a nuisance.
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