My research paper focuses upon the life and poetry of Dylan Thomas who, no doubt was born in an age of two World Wars, but he did not inherit the pessimistic thoughts from the disillusioned atmosphere caused by the wars. Through his poems, he has done a dual task of accepting the inevitability of death and loss and encouraging people to come to terms with the reality of loss and death and confront these directly and optimistically. Apart from this, my research paper focuses upon Dylan’s deep attachment to his family, his aunt for whom he has composed poems which symbolize a token of honour given by him to them. Thomas’ love for Wales and Welsh language is clearly visible in his poetry which shows that he was deeply attached to his roots. My paper also focuses upon his use of symbols, images, alliteration and plain language in his poetry.