separation. In fact‚ he discovers ways of suggesting‚ through metaphysical conceit‚ that the two of them either possess a single soul and so can never really be divided‚ or have twin souls permanently connected to each other. A metaphysical conceit is an extended metaphor or simile in which the poet draws an ingenious comparison between two very unlike objects. "A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning" ends with one of Donne’s most famous metaphysical conceits‚ in which he argues for the lovers’ closeness by
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sources) Metaphysical Poetry Metaphysical poetry arose as a reaction to the extremes of Petrarchism; one problem with Petrarchan poems is a kind of predictability-the conceit is found‚ presented‚ & elaborated‚ but there are few subsequent surprises. Donne and his followers like to catch us off-guard‚ change direction‚ etc.‚ to foil expectations. Metaphysical poetry is‚ in general‚ characterized by its ingenuity‚ intellectuality‚ and frequent obscurity. In terms of subject matter‚ metaphysicals reject
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relationship that would not have been there if the ship had not sunk. Throughout‚ their loss of hope grows‚ leading to their anger towards the universe. Many see it as an example of social darwinism‚ however it is more closely related to literary naturalism. This is a movement that applies scientific principles of objectivity and detachment to its study of human beings. Stephen Crane’s “The Open Boat” reveals the conflict between the men and nature.
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Q. Define metaphysical poetry‚ its characteristics and John Donne as a metaphysical poet. The concept metaphysical deals with the philosophical view of the nature of things. Metaphysical poetry is often mentioned as poetry inspired by a philosophical concept of the universe and the role assigned to the human spirit in the great drama of existence. Metaphysical poetry is involved with the whole experience of man‚ but the intelligence‚ learning and seriousness of the poets. Metaphysical poetry has
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John Donne’s metaphysical poetry includes analysis of Donne’s use of topic‚ structure‚ scansion‚ style and theme. John Donne is known as one of the best writers of metaphysical poetry‚ a genre of poetry that is characterized specifically by themes of knowledge‚ intellect‚ and having a somewhat unrecognizable meter or rhyme. Metaphysical poetry forsakes pure and genial nature of other Elizabethan poets. Paradox‚ juxtaposition‚ and philosophy are few of many recurring ideas of metaphysical poems. He had
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Descartes’ Discourse on the Method (IV) None of the proposed philosophical theories is exact‚ not even a combination of two or more theories (Sayre‚ 2011). However‚ Descartes has unique way of metaphysical argument concerning existence of God. Descartes’ Discourse on the Method (Part IV) ends surprisingly with a claim of God’s existence‚ which can be deduced from the interrelationship between mind‚ soul and our existence. Descartes began the fourth section by discussing about himself. The reading
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Metaphysical and Cavalier Poetry I. 17th Century Metaphysical Poetry: http://www.eng.fju.edu.tw/English_Literature/period/metaphysicals.html http://www.unm.edu/~aobermei/Eng221/metaphysicals.html What is metaphysical poetry? What are its (6) characteristics? What is Platonic Love? How does this concept play into metaphysical poetry? Who first coined the term “metaphysical poet”? What have critics said about these poets? II. Cavalier Poetry: http://newark.rutgers.edu/~jlynch/Terms/cavalier.html
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The Arguments for God’s Existence Intelligent Design means the theory that life‚ or the universe‚ cannot have arisen by chance and was designed and created by some intelligent entity. Natural Selection means the process whereby organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring. The theory of its action was first fully expounded by Charles Darwin‚ and it is now regarded as be the main process that brings about evolution. Necessary Being means Numinous
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Metaphysical poets use startling juxtapositions in their poetry to create a greater significance in their arguments and intended meanings throughout the poem. John Donne is said to be the unsurpassed metaphysical poet‚ metaphysical poetry being poetry relating to a group of 17-century English poets whose verse is typified by an intellectually arduous style‚ admitting extended metaphors and comparing very disparate things. In 17th century England new discoveries were being made and social customs
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The Five Metaphysical Elements By Carlos Daniel Perez God Speaking On Nature I am God‚ the maker of nature. I formed it all from mountains to creatures. I will only speak on nature alone‚ Because is what I have made my own. Nature is rather strong. Nature is rarely wrong. It can be ugly beauty‚ But provides fruit that’s fruity. Nature is unanimously smart. And always has the greater part Nature is always true Nature is the color of sky blue Nature is forest
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