Gone by Carl Sandburg

This poem could be easily read and interpreted by almost every level reader from sixth grade on. It is a simple type of poem to read because the language is not hard to understand. This is another way to keep the reader intrigued because they do not feel like it is a "hassle" to read. It is the one person in your city or town that everyone likes and cares about. The one that chases her dreams regardless of what she might leave behind. Her aspirations of a dancer and singer are clearly stated within the poem on line 13. In my opinion that strong willed passion that she posses’ draws people to her, like a moth to a flame. The men that are hunting and left with broken hearts are all because Chick left. Whether it is something you once had, or something you longed for, when it is gone, you want that something a million times more than you would normally. This poem’s references has the reader imagining their own type of Chick Lorimer in one way or another. Overall, this poem can help the reader relate to the situation proposed in the poem, making it a short and enjoyable selection to read.