Tone in literature is used to describe the speaker's attitude and feelings toward the topic being discussed. Readers can understand the speaker's tone in just a line or two, making it one of the most essential tools in poetry. A clear example of tone is displayed in "The Raven" when the speaker states, "Darkness there, and nothing more." In the depths of this darkness, peering, I remained there for a long time wondering and fearing” (24-27). The speaker displays a tone of helplessness and fear so that the reader understands the poet's state of mind when writing about the theme. The tone highlights the societal evil that the poet is focusing on. When analyzing poems about depression, the recurring tone seems to be one of darkness and sorrow that surrounds the speaker. This is also displayed in "The Saddest Poem" when the speaker