In Harold Bloom's "The Anxiety of Influence: A Theory of Poetry," he suggests that poets inherently challenge their existential fears, especially the fear of death, often more intensely than others. This rebellion is a fundamental starting point for their creativity, pushing them to confront themes of mortality through their art.

Bloom proposes that this confrontation shapes the poet's work and influences their writing process. By grappling with the fear of death, poets can explore deeper emotional and philosophical truths, ultimately transforming their anxieties into powerful expressions of life and human experience.