"Locked" This could be showing us that Larkin wants to refresh his memory of the experiences that he had at University, he feels as if he has unfinished business, however the door is locked which could show that he has completely blocked off the memories from his teenage years.
" High-collared public-schoolboy" This is Larkin being pessimistic again, despite the teenager obviously doing well he still turns his nose up at him as a result of his former education.
"Walking at the fumes" This shows us that Larkin is disgusted by the way the modern industry has changed the world and corrupted nature, he sees it's impact as poison.
"The platform to its end" This shows us that Larkin has reached the end of his journey, this could link back to the unfinished business he had from University.
" no son, no wife, No house or land still seemed quite natural" This shows us that Larkin is being too proud to admit that he is lonely and depressed that everyone else is living their lives and settling down where as he has a very nomadic lifestyle.
"Tight-shut" This shows us that Larkin feels very isolated from the world, this is the second door that he has not been able to open in order to access his former memories.
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