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"Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night"

"Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night" is a poem by Dylan Thomas urging people, especially the elderly, to fight against death and aging with passion and defiance. The speaker emphasizes that even when life is ending, it’s important to resist passively accepting death. Instead, he encourages vigorous effort—to "rage," "burn," and fight—to preserve the dignity of life and to leave a powerful impact. The poem advocates for a spirited attitude in facing the inevitable end, emphasizing the value of fighting against fading away quietly.