Mirror (Yi Sang poem)

Other works by Yi Sang that also explore the theme of mirrors include Crow's Eye View, Poem No.

Yi Sang often employs this technique in his other works as well, symbolizing a rejection of conventional grammar and established rhythmic norms.

This poem cleverly dramatizes the relationship between the subjective 'I' and the objective 'I,' beginning with the simple statement, "There is no sound in the mirror."

[1] Despite these mundane observations, the poem's brilliance lies in its ability to shock the reader by bringing these overlooked aspects to light.

From a psychoanalytic perspective, Yi Sang's mirror motif expands beyond the issue of a divided interior to encompass the broader relationship between the self and the other.