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In 'Rain on the Roof' by Coates Kinney, the poet reflects on the soothing sound of rain, which evokes a sense of peace and nostalgia. The rain stirs memories of his childhood and his late mother, highlighting the emotional connection between nature and human feelings. The poem captures how the natural world can inspire introspection and awaken cherished memories.

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Rain On The Roof Mindmap

In 'Rain on the Roof' by Coates Kinney, the poet reflects on the soothing sound of rain, which evokes a sense of peace and nostalgia. The rain stirs memories of his childhood and his late mother, highlighting the emotional connection between nature and human feelings. The poem captures how the natural world can inspire introspection and awaken cherished memories.

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Theme

The poem highlights the rain's calming and


The author of this poem is coates kinney who was therapeutic effect, showing how the natural
an American lawyer , politician , journalist and a world can provide solace to the human soul.
poet who was famous for writing “rain on the
Nostalgia and Memories: The sound of rain
roof” as it was considered rhythmic and haunting
awakens the poet's childhood memories,
masterpiece
particularly those of his mother and past
experiences, creating a sentimental and
reflective mood.

GLOSSARY
SUMMARY
Tinkle : short , light ringing
In Rain on the Roof by Coates Kinney, the poet describes the
sounds
comforting sound of rain falling on the roof while he lies in bed.
Ere : poetic word for “before” The pattering raindrops create a serene atmosphere, evoking a
sense of peace and joy. As he listens, the rain stirs memories of
List : poetic word for “listen” his childhood and his late mother, filling him with nostalgia. The
poem highlights the emotional connection between nature and
Woof : the threads woven
human feelings, showcasing how rain can awaken cherished
across the loom
memories and inspire introspection.

The rhyme scheme of this


poem is ABCBDEFE
Rain on the roof

The poet is lying on his He heard the sound of the Suddenly , it started raining
bed dark clouds

The roof of poet’s cottage


He remembers some things The sound echoes in the
was of tin , so , the rain
from his past poet’s heart
makes beautiful sounds

He remembers his dear mother,


who used to lovingly care for him
and his siblings. The rain brings The sound of the
Some are sweet and some are back the tender image of her rain appeared to be
sad bending over them as they slept, a bliss for the poet
showering them with affection
and ensuring their comfort.

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