(from a variety of 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
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Topic: Changing characteristics of poetry from Romantics to Modern Abstract: The characteristics of poetry changed with the changing of eras and literary periods. Romantics have their own features and writing style. Nature and beauty play very important role in Romantic poetry. Victorian poetry is different from Romantics because its themes are about Victorian age‚ which is influenced by democracy
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‘’Mahon’s poetry offers us thought provoking insights and displays the mastery of language and style’’ The poetry of Derek Mahon is extremely thought provoking. As an only child‚ he observed and thought a lot about the people and events going on around him and this is reflected in his poetry. His keen eye for detail has earned him a significant reputation and he is widely regarded as one of the most talented poets of the twentieth century. He combines conversational narrative with intelligence
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History is a subject which preoccupies Mahon in many of his most important poems. I would choose particular poems because of his view towards our history and the past. His poetry presents history in a very negative light. Mahon sees the past as ’deep-delving‚ dark‚ deliberate you would say’. In the poem Rathlin Mahon recalls historical violence on an island that is now a ’sanctuary’ of peace and ’through with history’. However this island in the past has witnessed ’unspeakable violence’ with the
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Derek is a fourteen year old boy starting his eighth grade year at St. Pius x school. Derek transferred schools this year because everyone was overbearing him and he didn’t like everyone doing that to him...plus his grades were shiftless. So now we’re here with him on his first day with his new classmates. When he walked in he noticed everyone looking at him. Someone people were excited to see the new student but then their was kids with quirky look on their faces. He said to himself “this is a
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Derek and Danny Vinyard‚ brothers‚looked up to the wrong people. A very right-winged man managed to twist their thoughts and did the same thing to them that Hitler did to the masses. They and their fellows are feeling as a part of a community that is exploited by people who do not have the right to do so: Illegal immigrants‚ the Black‚ the Yellow and all the others who use their minority position to extract rights over the Whites from it - or so they are convinced. So‚ hatred against the "others"
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devoted lover of poetry‚ every year I look forward to seeing the nominee list for ‘’Best Irish Poet’’ This prestigious award has never undermined my expectations and each year I agree completely with your choice‚ However this time I would like to recommend Irish poet Derek Mahon for the award. Mahon is a creative and innovative poet who is true to his Irish heritage yet has the skill to broaden his poetry from our shores to a worldwide experience that everyone can related to. His poetry contain such
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“There is no single Caribbean Culture.” Do you agree? Provide arguments and examples to support your answer. Include in your essay explanation for the following term: cultural diversity‚ hybridization‚ and social institutions. “There is no single Caribbean Culture” Caribbean is beloved for tropical climate‚ pristine waters‚ breathtaking beaches‚ and colorful music‚ food and art. The Caribbean is a favorite playground for tourists from all corner of the earth. But outsiders know little
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1. This poem suggests that politics are not important. Does the poet convince you? Write a paragraph in response‚ with reference to the text. 2. Yeats uses symbols to express some of his most profound ideas. What symbols in this poem appeal to you? Use reference to the text in your response. 3. ‘Yeats is yearning for order‚ and fearing anarchy.’ Discuss two ways in which the poem illustrates this statement. Support your answer with reference to the text. 1. This is a political poem. What kind
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