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The poetic opening of Ted Hughes’ The Iron Man

A close look at the opening of Ted Hughes’ The Iron Man and the vivid vocabulary that makes a story feel immediate, strange and unforgettable.

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Entering a story through language

The opening of The Iron Man was used as a springboard for talking about imagery, atmosphere and the power of precise word choices.