Heart Full of Love: Thematic Analysis of Corso's "Marriage" Anonymous College

Born in New York City in 1930, Gregory Corso became one of the leading voices of the beat movement. In his signature works, there are the wild thoughts of Gregory Corso himself, flowing out of his head. Having a conversation with himself, coming up with the different situations he might be put in if he decides to get married - such issues are the focus of one of his best-known works, "Marriage." The theme that the poem “Marriage” is showing us involves the personal fears that can be very relatable for the people that are thinking to get married, or possibly to those who are dating. Despite ironic and disorienting imagery, this is a text that, ultimately, suggests a positive meaning in terms of modern relationships.

Corso’s marriage topic opens with the following questions, “Should I get married?” “Should I be good?” (1). This line basically tells us that getting married means to become good. Marriage is something that he expects to be out of him. It is showing us that he can be capable of love, but also that love is a feeling that people can have towards each other. Thinking about the different scenarios he might face, Corso talks about the girl next door of how he can astound her and go out on a date with her. Corso does not...