Discuss The Similarities And Differences In Themes And Ideas As Shown In 'Stone Cold' And 'A Modest Proposal'.
Discuss The Similarities And Differences In Themes And Ideas As Shown In 'Stone Cold' And 'A Modest Proposal' Homelessness was a problem 200 years ago as it is now. Authors Jonathan Swift and Robert Swindells try to eradicate this feature in books. Jonathan wrote an effective pamphlet where homeless children make good food! And Swindells' book, intended for children, wrote a day to day life of a homeless teenager, but the only catch is there is a serial killer on the loose... In this essay I am going to compare these 2 pieces, Swift's written in 1729 and a 20th century pamphlet and Swindells' in 1993, a 20th century book. I am going to compare the ways the writers have treated the issue of 'homelessness' and how successful they have been. Robert Swindells book for children, 'Stone Cold' portrays and effective experience of life on the streets. Link the main character is a normal 16 year old lad. He has just left school with no credible GCSEs. His dad ran away with a mistress when he was 14, but now his mum, 'Sheila', has a new boyfriend, 'Vince', whom Link hates. The new man is his mother's life is too much for link and the fact that he and Vince are enemies isn't making matters any better. Link is slowly driven out his home in Bradford. Not thrown out, but through emotional hardship that his new 'dad' figure is a moron, as he says, "If you happen to know anybody who's
'The two basic modes of satire are good-humoured teasing and savage attack.' Discuss The Rape of the Lock and A Modest Proposal in the light of this statement.
'The two basic modes of satire are good-humoured teasing and savage attack.' Discuss The Rape of the Lock and A Modest Proposal in the light of this statement. The Rape of the Lock and A Modest Proposal were both published for the first time early in the 18th century (1712 and 1729 respectively). In addition, Alexander Pope and Jonathan Swift were close friends. Given these facts, one could easily assume that there would be numerous similarities in style and arguments. This, though, is not necessarily the case. Satire is largely defined as a genre that attempts to highlight and criticise the flaws and failings of society through mockery and ridicule. It is often intended to inspire self-evaluation or, in more extreme cases, reform. However, the styles of these satirical pieces can be greatly contrasted. The Rape of the Lock is distinctly light-hearted, and very few, if any, instances of severity can be found. This type of satire is commonly known as Horatian satire, named after the Roman satirist, Horace, who claimed that "every play should either instruct or delight - better if it does both." The poem is written using the heroic couplet, for which Pope is widely recognised to have mastered and made his own. The heroic couplet consists of rhymed pairs of iambic pentameter lines. The natural balance of the couplet form is well suited to this Horatian style of satire, as it
Irish Emigration.
IRISH EMIGRATION A glance in a phone book almost anywhere in the world, will inevitably lead to the recognition of Irish surnames. Spreading them-selves across the globe, emigration has been a mainstay in Irish life since at least the eighteenth century.1 Roger Swift describes it as 'the great fact of Irish social history from the early 19th century'.2 It has seen the spread of the Irish throughout the globe. The impact of Irish emigration on the world has been so vast that at census time in the United States of America, 43 million people state their ethnic origin as Irish.3 As a result of such widespread emigration, Saint Patrick's Day is now a major celebration not just in Ireland, but across the globe. Many view the Great Famine as the cause of this widespread emigration, but the suggestion that the Famine of 1845-51 brought about a fundamental change in the pattern of emigration from Ireland can only be thought of as an exaggerated one. While it did indeed perpetuate the tradition of emigration, it did not markedly transform it. The transformation that did however occur can be seen as the transformation of traditional Irish attitudes towards it. According to Tim Pat Coogan, the pattern of Irish emigration began in the sixteenth Century. 4 The invasion of Ireland under Elizabeth I, and the attempt to spread the Anglican Reformation, may be said to have started Catholic
Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) is quite possibly the greatest satirist inThe history of English literature, and is without question the most Controversial.
Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) is quite possibly the greatest satirist in The history of English literature, and is without question the most Controversial. Infuriated by the moral degradation of society in the Eighteenth century, Swift wrote a plethora of bitter pieces attacking Man's excessive pride, and the critical reception has been one of very Mixed reviews. While few question Swift's skill as a satirist, his Savage, merciless attacks on the foibles of mankind have led more than one Critic to level negative accusations against him. His beliefs have led to Allegations of heresy, an anti-government attitude and a devotion to Freeing men right to passion. His most famous work, Gulliver's Travels, Has resulted in attacks on his writing style, and his cruel, invidious Assaults on sin have led to cries of egotist, misanthrope and sadist. Every one of these accusations is false. Jonathan Swift's critics are Misguided and incorrect in their attacks on his beliefs and writings. Jonathan Swift is falsely accused of heresy for attacking human life. Swift infuriates some critics for criticizing something that they feel Must be divine since it is the chief instrument of God. These critics Argue that human nature must be dignified if it is the key theme of Christianity. They, however, are wrong, and are guilty of being naive. Swift and his supporters
Discuss how satire uses aspects of other genres. Use Rape of the Lock and Gulliver's Travels as the models to support your argument.
Discuss how satire uses aspects of other genres. Use Rape of the Lock and Gulliver's Travels as the models to support your argument. Jonathan Swift is widely considered to be one of the greatest satirists of all time, and it is generally undisputed that Gulliver's Travels was his finest satirical work. The satire inherent in this work is not buried irretrievably below the surface, yet it remains out of sight to the casual reader who does not choose to look for it, and the story remains a delightful fantasy adventure that has entertained generations of young and adult readers. It is a mark of a good satire that it cannot be read merely as an analogy, as has occasionally been attempted. The characters in the story do not respectively represent any historical figure or institution. Like all good satire, it believes that certain points need to be made and it uses subversion to make sure they have an appropriate outlet. Any work whose satirical tendencies are immediately and dominantly obvious runs the risk of becoming wearying and uninteresting to read, after the events and characters become secondary to the author's political or social viewpoints. A satire must hold the interest of the reader so that the serious points behind the work can be given time to unravel gracefully and effectively. For this reason, a satirical work will often disguise itself as a product of an
Compare book 4 of Gulliver's Travels with the rest of the text.
ASPECTS OF THE HISTORY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE II: 1600 TO 1800. STUDENT ID: 0400077 Compare book 4 of Gulliver's Travels with the rest of the text. Jonathan Swift "Gulliver's Travels"an elaborate concoction of political allegory, moral fable, social anatomy, and mock Utopias set within a parody of both travel fiction and journals of scientific exploration.i It did not immediately receive the attention it deserved, however; it first became a children's favourite because it was so well written. This pleasing facade is merely the mask for a sustained satiric assault.ii Swift knew that people would "see everyone's likeness but their own"iii in this glass, so he wrote the character of Gulliver in a certain way in order to prevent the writing off of his actions as quirks. Gulliver visits four different societies in his travels and upon his return home at the end by the end of book 4, Gulliver's character is irreversibly changed He cannot stand the sight, smell or ways of humans. The fact that he has changed so much by the end makes one think that maybe humans could be as great as the houyhnhnms, but it is not in their nature, as we have already seen throughout the book. As soon as he return to England, however, he has already lost some of his virtue. He despises his wife and cannot deal with the idea that he fathered children on the yahoo race. This is not the type of behaviour
This paper explains that Gulliver's voyage to the land of the
This paper explains that Gulliver's voyage to the land of the Houyhnhnms, the dominant race, contains elements of racial tension and ethnic identity. The author points out that, although they do exhibit positive qualities, which to aspire, such as altruism, intelligence and rationality; nevertheless, the Houyhnhnms persecute the Yahoos and even suggest castrating them to kill of their race. The paper relates that the Houyhnhnms judge Gulliver based on his resemblance to the Yahoos, even though it is clear that Gulliver possesses a superior intelligence and emotional capacity. Gulliver's adventure in Lilliput begins when he wakes after his shipwreck to find himself bound by innumerable tiny threads and addressed by tiny captors who are in awe of him but fiercely protective of their kingdom. They are not afraid to use violence against Gulliver, though their arrows are little more than pinpricks. But overall, they are hospitable, risking famine in their land by feeding Gulliver, who consumes more food than a thousand Lilliputians combined could. Gulliver is taken into the capital city by a vast wagon the Lilliputians have specially built. He is presented to the emperor, who is entertained by Gulliver, just as Gulliver is flattered by the attention of royalty. Eventually Gulliver becomes a national resource, used by the army in its war against the people of Blefuscu, whom the
How does Swift satirise human behaviour within Book IV of Gulliver's Travels?
Lauren Carnegie Jack Hill LT111 How does Swift satirise human behaviour within Book IV of Gulliver's Travels? 'A Voyage to the Houyhnhnms' is the fourth journey of Swift's satirical travel book, in which he explores the idea of a perfect society based on pure reason. With the placement of Gulliver, a very average man of his time, Swift compares the beliefs and actions of his contemporary society with that of the Houyhnhnms. Through the Yahoo's he expresses human behaviour as an extreme against the passive reasoning of the Houyhnhnms. Gulliver's experiences throughout the book, as a whole, change his perceptions of both himself and others, which Swift uses to parody contemporary society. He examines the vices of society in the search for an understanding of the virtues expressed by the Houyhnhnms, but also to satirise the actions of society and the faults within, "In it's most fundamental sense, the myth of the voyage to the Houyhnhnms is a myth about true knowledge."1 Rosenheim suggests that this society is an experiment into the functions of interactions and hierarchy and the ideal behaviour of beings within a culture. He refers to it as a myth, and with this fictitious nature suggests the impracticality of the society, but also the idealism of which Swift writes. However Swift uses the Houyhnhnms, also, to express underlying human flaws by hinting at faults in the
Teenage Rampage Scene V - script and playwrights notes.
Group 1 Teenage Rampage Scene V By Muneeza Faridi Amber enters the courtroom, handcuffed, accompanied by two female officers. She looks down as she enters the courtroom and then she looks at her prosecutor. She then maintains eye contact with the judge and the female officers quietly lead her to the chamber for her last hearing. Judge: Let us start the hearing of Amber Johnson who is 18 years old and has been accused of six murders. (Looking over at the prosecuting attorney) Mr. Chelezki, may we have your witness please. Mr. Chelezki: (Looking over at the judge) Yes your Honor. My first witness is Elma Swift, who is the maid to the Johnsons and she actually entered the room right after the murder of Mr. and Mrs. Johnson and she also witnessed the murder of Scott Johnson. Bailiff: May we please have Elma Swift in the chamber (He says it three times) Mr. Chelezki: (talking to Elma Swift) So Ms. Swift, were you at the Johnsons' residence when the murders took place? Elma Swift: (looking over at Amber and crying) Yes!! I saw this evil girl taking after she had killed off her own parents and brother. (She starts screaming with rage) Judge: Order! Order! Order! Please control your emotions and answer only the question which is asked Defense: Your Honor, I object! Mr. Prosecutor is suggesting the answer to the questions he is asking Judge: Objection overruled.
Pope, Swift and the age of reason.
Patty Brown ENL 4230 Dr. Cowlishaw July 15, 2003 Pope, Swift and The Age of Reason The 18th-century ushered in a new form of literature that focused on the importance of Reason. It was believed that through Reason man could reach perfection, thereby leading to the perfection of the world. An intellectual elite known as the Augustans endorsed this movement and coined the English Enlightenment "The Age of Reason." The contention that man is a rational animal capable of controlling his passion and emotion within the realm of Reason created a philosophical problem; with a society aware of their capacity of reason, how could corruption and absurdity pervade so much of human existence? This conundrum led to commentaries on reason from Augustan writers, Alexander Pope and Jonathan Swift. Pope saw the issue as a struggle between chaos and order, believing that man did indeed have the ability to govern his life by reason; however, this ability was frequently not put into practice. Conversely, Swift prescribed to a more cynical view of this issue by discounting human being's ability to act in a rational manner. Pope's An Essay on Man, a discourse on the underlying philosophies of The Age of Reason, contends that humans, as the sole possessors of reason, are God's greatest creation. The first epistle begins with the metaphor of the universe as "a mighty maze." Pope suggests that