"The Bells" is a poem written by Edgar Allan Poe that explores the different sounds and emotions associated with various types of bells. The poem is structured in four stanzas, each focusing on a specific type of bell: silver sleigh bells, golden wedding bells, brazen alarm bells, and iron funeral bells. Each stanza captures the distinct feelings and experiences tied to these sounds, ranging from joy to sorrow. The poem uses vivid imagery and repetition to emphasize the significance of bells in human life. Through its rhythmic and musical quality, "The Bells" reflects on themes of love, time, and mortality, illustrating how bells mark important moments and transitions throughout life.