Immigrants at Central Station‚ 1951 The title of this poem identifies time and place precisely and this presents a strong image. The poem depicts a group of immigrants waiting to depart on a train and start another physical journey. Central Station is the hub of Sydney railway network especially in 1951 since travel by plane and car was rare and the station was overcrowded with commuters. The interval in the physical journey of the train and the waiting at the station reflects the composer’s apprehension
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"Immigrants at Central Station‚ 1951" Summary: Peter Skrzynecki’s poem‚ "Immigrants at Central Station‚ 1951" further explores the lengthy journey taken by refugees after fleeing the aftermath of war‚ as well as their emotional well-being throughout the journey. ________________________________________ Peter Skrzynecki’s poem‚ ’Immigrants at Central Station‚ 1951’ further explores the lengthy journey that the refugees have taken after fleeing the aftermath of the war‚ as well as their emotional
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understandings and diversities of each immigrant and their experiences underlies in a range of issues they encounter such as rights‚ freedoms‚ beliefs‚ power‚ entrapment etc… All of which are a common understanding when used in comparison towards the migrants lives using the poignant aspect of imagery and journey’s within the poem “Immigrants at Central Station‚ 1951”. The experiences and perceptive in this poem help perceive an understanding of the immigrants experiences towards the new world of which
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given a new start‚ in a new country. A country where the language barrier between a migrant and a native‚ make this challenge even more taunting. The poem ‘Immigrants at central station’ written by Peter Skrzynecki expresses that migrants are invisible in the representation of Australia. The poet sets a dark and gloomy scene‚ with many immigrants waiting to begin
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Heritage Central Police Station Compound In Hong Kong‚ a huge population lives on very scarce land. The price of land in Central is one of the highest in the world. As the result‚ most of the old buildings are demolished for new expensive buildings. But some buildings should be kept since they are historic and the historical value cannot be measured in money. The Central Police Station is one of the best buildings because it represents the just and fair of the world famous Hong Kong police. Central Police
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destination is important‚ the journey is even more interesting. When it comes to road movies‚ both Central Station and the Motorcycle Diaries are prime examples. “Genre films work by engaging viewers through an implicit contract. They encourage certain expectations on the part of spectators‚ which are in turn based on viewer familiarity with the conventions” (Grant). The characters in Central Station go through many different perspective changes due to their experiences. Dora and Josue travel from
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Central Station Walter Salles‚ Central Station is a touching‚ well made motion picture that has very few flaws. The movie centers around a Brazilian woman named Dora and a little boy‚ Josué. This is a story of a cynical woman and a little boy’s adventure to find his father of whom he has never seen before. Through the film there is a bonding of the two main characters and each of them greatly transforms each other for the rest of their lives. The script of this movie has a compelling quality
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“CENTRAL IDEAS” 1. The Voice Of God: Reference: This poem is written by Louis I. Newman (1893-1972). He is the author of many books on religious subjects. CENTRAL IDEA: It is a mistaken idea that God lives high in Heavens. He is on the contrary everywhere specially among the creatures down on Earth. If you want to win His love and favor‚ we must live among His creatures down on Earth and love and serve them selflessly. 2. Little Things: Reference: This poem is written by Julia Carney
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and Her Poem "Filling Station" Elizabeth Bishop ’s skill as a poet can be clearly seen in the thought- provoking poem entitled Filling Station. She paints the different language levels of poetry with the skill of an artist-- she seems to have an eye for detail as she contrasts the dark and dim reference of a filling station to a more homey‚ pleasant atmosphere. Bishop aptly arranges her words and expressions through the language devices of voice and metaphor. In Filling Station‚ Bishop
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In poetry many elements are used to bring life to a literary work. Some of these include style‚ structure‚ imagery‚ diction‚ and allusion. In Elizabeth Bishop’s poem‚ Filling Station‚ the author uses them skillfully to create meaning in a story that otherwise would be banal. Her usage of expressive details supports the writing which helps the reader to imagine what the author is describing. Her style also appeals to the readers emotions and imagination to draw them into her harsh reality. One
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