Childhood By Markus Natten Introduction Of the poem“Childhood” by Markus Natten  Class 11 English Hornbill CBSE The poem gives us a message about the inevitable process of growing up. It shows that we start questioning the things once taught to believe without doubt when we become mature. At this point, we lose the innocence and simplicity of childhood.  At the same time, the poem suggests that childhood will always be a part of us. It will be hidden in our memories and the innocence of young children. Theme Of the poem“Childhood” by Markus Natten  Class 11 English Hornbill CBSE The theme of the poem "Childhood" by Markus Natten revolves around the loss of innocence and the transition from childhood to adulthood. The poem reflects on the moments when the poet began to question the world around him. He stops seeing it through the simple, trusting eyes of a child. Themes of self-awareness, individual identity, and the complexity of human nature also emerge as the poe...