An Analysis of the Language of Poetry and its Characteristics in Literature for Children (Case study of Mahdi Azar Yazdi's Poetical Works).

Mahdi Azar Yazdi (1300-1388) is a famous writer in the field of children`s literature. He is one of the early writers for children so his poetry is analyzed to evaluate his use of language. In writing his poetry he has focused on education and didactic topics presenting his ideas in a simple language. In his Hasht Behesht (Eight Heavens) which consists of eight poems, one is faced with a simple language with no literary complexities. However, he uses some words and expressions which might be difficult for a child to understand. Azar Yazdi's use of idioms and vernacular language has made him popular amongst his readers, both young and old, though this poems lack both an energetic rhythm and a variety of literary elements. Azar Yazdi does not use a complex figurative language; instead his main focus has been more on instruction and less on the beauty and the artful use of language.