"The Eagle" is a poem written by Alfred, Lord Tennyson that describes the majestic bird in its natural habitat. The poem captures the eagle's powerful presence as it perches high on a cliff, surveying the world below. Tennyson uses vivid imagery to convey the eagle's strength and grace, emphasizing its dominance in the sky. The poem consists of only two stanzas, each containing three lines. Tennyson employs a rhyme scheme of ABA to create a rhythmic flow. The eagle is depicted as a solitary figure, symbolizing freedom and the beauty of nature, while also highlighting the contrast between the bird and its surroundings.