In the poems Jac Codi Baw and East Moors Gillian Clarke is able to create a strong sense of place and change. Write about the each poem and explore the effect the events have on individuals and the community.
In the poems "Jac Codi Baw" and "East Moors" Gillian Clarke is able to create a strong sense of place and change. Write about the each poem and explore the effect the events have on individuals and the community. During this essay I will be comparing two poems written by Gillian Clarke "Jac Codi Baw" and "East Moors". Gillian Clarke is one of the most famous Welsh poets of the 21st Century. She was born and brought up in Cardiff in 1937, she was a very talented student, she was educated In University Collage, Cardiff later working for the BBC for two years. Clarke mostly writes about Wales, especially the wonderful landscapes and rural life, her poems consist of rhythm of seasons and her life in the city bringing up three children in the suburbs of Cardiff. The first poem I will be discussing is "East Moors". "East Moors" is about the change of time and lifestyle dealt within Cardiff. The main theme displayed in the poem is about the destruction of the steelworks and culture of Cardiff went with it "erase skylines whose hieroglyphs" this means that the steelworks were a trademark of Cardiff's culture. The emotions displayed are angry and harsh for example "At the end of bitter April" this statement displays the anger of the ex-workers of the steelworks. An array of negativeness is also shown within the area "Demolition gangs" this gives no hope for the workers to return of
Brooklyn Cop by Norman MacCaig. The poem is about a cop who works in Brooklyn, New York which is known to be a rather violent society, thus making the job of a cop there even tougher.
"BROOKLYN COP" ESSAY In class we have been reading a provocative, emotional and in-sightful poem set in modern day times. The poem is about a cop who works in Brooklyn, New York which is known to be a rather violent society, thus making the job of a cop there even tougher than being a cop anywhere else. The fact that every day working is a life threatening situation for him is continual throughout the poem, as is the fierce, tough and scary characteristics of this Brooklyn cop. The poet, Norman MacCaig, expresses the subject's personality and gradually reveals this which allows the reader a greater appreciation. I think this poem is very effective and shows how the cop deals with his work and his home life. Firstly, in the verse one MacCaig begins with a simile. This is used in an effective way to compare a cop with a gorilla which clearly sends across the message that the cop is big built, but he also adds a bit of humour in this part of the poem - making out that the cop is tougher than a gorilla. The poet as states the gorilla is "thick fleshed" to emphasis yet again that the cop is big built, large, muscly, tough and has a thick outer shell. "Built like a gorilla but less timid" I found this interesting because the joke provides a light-hearted opening. It's not a very flattering image as it compares the man to a gorilla which I find odd because gorillas are naturally
Extended Writing on Maya Angelou(TM)s poem Caged Bird
Extended Writing on Maya Angelou's poem "Caged Bird" Freedom is something every human being wishes to experience and it can appear in many forms. The "Caged Bird" is an inspiring thought provoking poem about freedom and social injustice. Does the Caged Bird sing? Yes, it sings of freedom. And I empathise completely with the poet as she uses powerful descriptive language and imagery to convey the message of freedom and injustice. The poem itself was inspired by Paul Lawrence Dunbar's poem called "Sympathy". This poem is also about a caged bird and obviously referring to the black community in the USA. In the first stanza Angelou sets to describe a free bird and what it does. The "free bird" itself could mean many things, but I personally believe that the free bird describes the dreams of the Afro American people and I think that's what Angelou believes as well because she grew up in the time of racial oppression in the USA. Angelou gives us a sense of happiness and energy in the first verse as "A free bird leaps on the back of the wind." This sets off a feeling of freedom of the bird. Angelou then shows us that, after the burst of energy, the bird relaxes as "he floats downstream till the current ends." This reflects very positive imagery and he is not putting much energy into doing what he is doing. In the last line the bird "dares to claim the sky" give us an idea of a risk
The author, Constantine Cavafy develops a certain idea of how individuals should live their life in the poem Ithaca. He believes that individuals should aim to accomplish the maximum amount of goals in their lives so that they will not have any regr
There are over 6 billion people in this world. They are all different and therefore all choose to live their lives in different ways. There are some individuals who always thrive to achieve more. They always want to do more, hear more, see more, whereas some individuals have a few selective goals and once those are achieved become perfectly content with their lives and where they are. There are many other ways people believe they should live their lives and that's how they live them. The author, Constantine Cavafy develops a certain idea of how individuals should live their life in the poem "Ithaca". He believes that individuals should aim to accomplish the maximum amount of goals in their lives so that they will not have any regrets and can learn from the journey they take to accomplish these goals, because that is the most important part. They main points from this is that people should have many goals throughout their lives, they should be determined and not let things get in the way of accomplishing their goals and even more importantly, that they should learn from the journey. In the poem the author develops the idea that Individuals should have many aims throughout their lives and also enjoy their lives. The poet states that as the traveler sets out on his journey, he must hope that it is a long one, full of adventure and discovery. The destination of this journey
Easter 1916
I HAVE met them at close of day A Coming with vivid faces B From counter or desk among grey A Eighteenth-century houses. B I have passed with a nod of the head C Or polite meaningless words, D Or have lingered awhile and said C Polite meaningless words, D And thought before I had done A Of a mocking tale or a gibe B To please a companion A Around the fire at the club, B Being certain that they and I C But lived where motley is worn: D All changed, changed utterly: C A terrible beauty is born. D That woman's days were spent A In ignorant good-will, B Her nights in argument A Until her voice grew shrill. B What voice more sweet than hers C When, young and beautiful, D She rode to harriers? C This man had kept a school D And rode our winged horse; A This other his helper and friend B Was coming into his force; A He might have won fame in the end, B So sensitive his nature seemed, C So daring and sweet his thought. D This other man I had dreamed C A drunken, vainglorious lout. D He had done most bitter wrong A To some who are near my heart, B Yet I number him in the song; A He, too, has resigned his part B In the casual comedy; C He, too, has been changed in his turn, D Transformed utterly: C A terrible beauty is born. D Hearts with one purpose alone A Through summer and winter seem B Enchanted to a stone A To trouble the living stream.
Michael Longleys poem The Pattern is about how a mans memories start flooding back when he rediscovers the bridal pattern for his wifes wedding dress. At first he is nervous to uncover the full truth about his wife and to look back on the p
What are your feelings about the man and his sentiments towards his wife, and how does the poem make you feel this way? Michael Longley's poem 'The Pattern' is about how a man's memories start flooding back when he rediscovers the bridal pattern for his wife's wedding dress. At first he is nervous to uncover the full truth about his wife and to look back on the past. The sewing pattern seems to summon up memories of his wedding day and his, perhaps dead, wife. The poem makes you feel pity towards the man, because although his wife may have been 'complicated' he still misses her and longs to be with her. The poet describes the pattern in a very complex way, using the title to vaguely summarise the main themes. The title could be referring to the pattern of life, the pattern of memories or the pattern of love. The pattern also acts as a memory trigger to the man and is the only connection that he seems to have with his wife. The envelope that held the pattern is described as 'fat'. This is a very simple, uninteresting adjective, which suggests that what is on the outside does not always reflect what is on the inside. For example the envelope may have been unattractive and insignificant to the man, but the pattern inside it held important and interesting memories. The poet is also nervous about unfolding the pattern, leading us to believe that he does not want to revisit the
Commentary on Houseman's " To an athlete dying young speech".
To an athlete dying young speech By Candice
Siegfried Sassoon Presentation
John Saunders (and Thomas Padgett) - 10R 28/11/01 -> Poetry presentation - 'Does it matter?' By Siegfried Sassoon Does it Matter? Does it matter? -Losing your legs? ... For people will always be kind, And you need not show that you mind When the others come in after hunting To gobble their muffins and eggs. Does it matter? -Losing your sight? ... There's such splendid work for the blind; And people will always be kind, As you sit on the terrace remembering And turning your face to the light. Do they matter? -Those dreams from the pit? ... You can drink and forget and be glad, And people won't say that you're mad; For they'll know you've fought for your country And no one will worry a bit. Theme and subject matter: We are now going to talk about the theme and subject matter of the poem. This poem was influenced a lot over the past times of Siegfried Sassoon, during his childhood, and the time he spent in trenches of warfare. Siegfried was nicknamed as 'the most innocent of war poets', because of his childhood. Born as a Jew in 1886, he was born into a very wealthy family, and he took advantage of it. Infact, he was very much the squire back then. He did everything rich people did back then, such as playing sports like fox hunting, croquet, cricket and golf, along with writing romantic verses in his free time. No-body really knew why he signed up to
An Essay on Liz Locheads The Choosing
An Essay on Liz Lochead's "The Choosing" Liz lochead's "The Choosing" is the reflection of a young woman on her past. She includes many events of her life in this poem which we can relate to in our own lives. This makes us realize how our past is so very similar to hers. The aim of this essay is to explore how Liz Lochead does this and also what lies beneath the surface of "The Choosing". The poem begins by detailing one of the narrator's fondest memories of her friend: "We were first equal Mary and I With the same coloured ribbons in mouse coloured-hair And with equal shyness, We curtseyed to the lady councillor For copies of Collins' Children's Classics. First equal, equally proud." Notice how right at the start we feel as if we are hearing a story from the narrator. The first verse also shows us how close Mary and the narrator really are. There are also alliterations of the "c" sound. This may suggest repeated actions as the Lady Councillor piled them with books. By bringing up nostalgic memories, the narrator makes us start to find similarities in our own experiences. Verse two of the poem continues on the narrator's reflection: "Best friends too Mary and I A common bond in being cleverest (equal) In out small school's small class." The words "Mary and I" are again repeated which enforces the idea that at this point in their lives they are still the best of
The Road Not Taken is one of the most well-known poems by American poet Robert Frost.
English Elective - poems and songs Journal entry 2 (poem) Kiki Hung F.5D (21) Eng set 6 (8) The Road Not Taken Robert Frost (1874-1963) Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same, And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black. Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I should ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I- I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. "A poem begins in delight and ends in wisdom." -------------- Robert Frost The Road Not Taken is one of the most well-known poems by American poet Robert Frost. Though the poem did not intend to put arduous phrases into the lines, the cadence is vivid, light and relaxed, and the described scenario is fascinating but quiet - a forest with yellowish-orange leaves covering the floor wholly, but with the two paths clearly distinguished. With direct simple words used, not only did
