Brightening the Dark: A Study of Collective Hope and Healing in Amanda Gorman’s The Miracle of Morning

Abstract

Through this paper it is attempted to explore the thoughts of the poet that she expressed in the poem entitled “The Miracle of Morning” regarding Covid-19 pandemic situation, and the response of the people towards facing critical and dangerous circumstances of Covid-19 pandemic. The collective hope and its healing impact is apparently presented by the poet. The imagery, language and the structure of the poem is studied analytically that reveals social unitedness, optimistic views of the people, emotional strength and heroic thoughts. However, the poem is written during the Covid-19 pandemic situation that offers poetic brooding over the loss, collective hope and resilience. The poem proves to be the greatest motivator and strength provider to the world to fight against pandemic situation of Covid-19 and to remain hopeful and positive. The purified notion of getting united, and emotionally connected in present and in future gives energy and strength for better future life.