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…showed last 75 words of 505 total…lines 16-17). Once again, the imagery involved is suffering, pain, and agony, but at the same time keeping in mind the victorious character who does not look down. With his careful choice of specific language, William Ernest Henley is able to create astonishing imagery. Throughout the poem he uses certain words and phrases which bring out an image of torment while at the same time keeping the idea of self respect and most important, pride.