In the picture below, the individual’s mind is controlled by two other beings, giving  the observer, in this case us,  an impression that he/she is happy.  The image depicts how the character isn’t able to express their feelings based on their own emotions. Similarly, in the poem, “The Chimney Sweeper,” the narrator is under duress of his parents who make him feel obligated to display happiness. They are portrayed as religious oriented people, who have much respect for God. He on the other hand has contrary views, expressing, “……God& his Priest & King, Who make up a heaven of our misery.”

Likewise, in the photo, there is no telling how that individual’s well being is being overlooked. It’s a facade being held as a result of potential dependency and vulnerability.In the photo, the one being controlled is unclear as well as those controlling him. In the poem however, there is less ambiguity.  His mother and father assume the well being of their child and therefore disregard his resentment against his job description. So not only does he feel controlled, there’s also a feeling of being misunderstood, which is crucial in his/her case.”And because I am happy, &dance &sing, They think they have done no injury.” However, as you can  see as one of the parents is raking parts of his brain, he’s causing internal damage that can’t be seen by the bear eye, but only felt within. Hence, his pain causing him to sing, “the notes of woe.” Which then leaves a reader curios to know whether or not his parents are invoking thoughts that are best in their interests or their offspring’s?

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