# Saxe explained — Poetry

> Chapter companion for Poetry by James McIntyre.

## What happens

A brief poetic tribute to the humor and wit of Saxe, comparing his ability to lift spirits to that of Tom Hood.

## Character check-ins

### Saxe

Celebrated for his wit and ability to cheer the sad.

## Key lines

> The mind that’s sad it doth relax The humor of the witty Saxe, He puts us in a cheerful mood, Mirthful as our own Tom Hood.

Saxe's humor lightens a sad mind and brings cheer, much like Tom Hood does.

_Highlights Saxe's role as a comedic and uplifting poet._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_12_se/chapters/saxe
- Book: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_12_se
- All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_12_se/chapters