Chainsaw Versus the
Pampas Grass
by Priya
, Summary of the poem
In Chainsaw Versus the Pampas Grass, Armitage explores the idea of
man versus nature. Idea of the boxing match within the title
The poem starts with a description of the chainsaw, emphasising its
menacing nature
Then, a description of the “battle” between the chainsaw and the
pampas grass, with a “victory” for the chainsaw
However, the pampas grass regrows.
The poem could be a symbol of masculinity versus femininity, or the
struggle between the upper class (pampas grass) and the lower class
(chainsaw).
Pampas Grass
by Priya
, Summary of the poem
In Chainsaw Versus the Pampas Grass, Armitage explores the idea of
man versus nature. Idea of the boxing match within the title
The poem starts with a description of the chainsaw, emphasising its
menacing nature
Then, a description of the “battle” between the chainsaw and the
pampas grass, with a “victory” for the chainsaw
However, the pampas grass regrows.
The poem could be a symbol of masculinity versus femininity, or the
struggle between the upper class (pampas grass) and the lower class
(chainsaw).
