The author is using - Hyperbole
I'd say beautiful is too general and should be replaced.
""Please give me the documents as soon as possible," she said." That's a line of dialogue.
Impact of word choice in the poem the journey
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This poem written by Mary Oliver brings out the obstacles that one must face before choosing a new path. In this poem the poet brings about the person’s struggle in finding the meaning in the relationship and in oneself.
We must leave a dark situation and must bold enough to find a new path which is more positive. A person must find a new way and must be able to leave the dark path and must find the new path instead of being a broken individual.
I want to say Excessive pride can lead to one's downfall.