In traditional Greek mythology, the Sirens were winged creatures whose songs lured sailors to their deaths. What is especially ironic, or unexpected, about this particular Siren in "Siren Song"?
"Siren Song" by Margaret Atwood This is the one song everyone with these two feathery maniacs. would like to learn: the song I don't enjoy singing that is irresistible: this tro, fatal and valuable. the song that forces men I will tell the secret to you, (5) to leap overboard in squadrons (20) to you, only to you. even though they see the beached skulls Come closer. This song the song nobody knows is a cry for help: Help me! because anyone who has heard it Only you, only you can, is dead, and the others can't remember. you are unique (10) Shall I tell you the secret (25) at last. Alas and if I do, will you get me it is a boring song out of this bird suit? but it works every time. I don't enjoy it here squatting on this island (15) looking picturesque and mythical