So he waited, beyond the onceuponatime, Out of reach of all the time-sense Of longbeforetime and uftertime and notime,

Throughout the poem, Milne employs a range of poetic devices, including metaphor, simile, and personification, to create a rich and immersive atmosphere. The speaker's memories are vivid and evocative, conjuring images of a bygone era and a simpler way of life.