"The Hollow Men" is a poem by T.S. Eliot published in 1925. It explores themes of despair, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in a fragmented world. The poem is known for its vivid imagery and allusions, reflecting the post-World War I sentiment of emptiness and moral decay. The structure of the poem is divided into five sections, each presenting a different aspect of the hollow men’s existence. It employs a variety of literary techniques, including repetition and symbolism, to convey the struggle between life and death, hope and despair, ultimately portraying a sense of existential crisis.