Characteristics of Donne's Poetry

abrupt opening

Usage of metaphor, similes 

takes simple ideas and expands them into broad complex ideas

paradox

witty

analogys

metaphysical conceit

glossary

Glossary

Metaphore - 

a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order tosuggest a resemblance

 

Simile - comparison of the qualities of to objects using like or as

Analogy  a relationship of resemblance or equivalence of to objects eg. a heart and a pump

metaphysical poetry

Metaphysical poetry is concerned with the experience of human beings, of love, romance, sensuality, relationships, learning and art. Some of the greatest Metaphysical poets include: John Donne, George Herbert, Henry Vaughan, Richard Crashaw, and Thomas Traherne. Read more about the Metaphysical Poets.

Key Scenes and commentaries

Dear Phil,
Good to see some notes up on your blog.
Missing entries:
Ghost scene with Hamlet 1:5
Oh what a rogue and peasant slave2:2
Nunnery Scene 3:1
Oh my offence is rank 3:3
Gertrude and Hamlet scene 3:4
How all occasions do inform against me 4:4

Hamlet Notes

Phil these notes are overdue. Please complete this work by mid-day Thursday April 7th 2011

Hamlet Character and Themes

Go through the soliloquies and key themes to identify how Shakespeare sets up the main plot line.
Exposition
Dramatic Incitement ( incident to start the plot rolling)
Complications
Crisis
Resolution

Consider how Shakespeare uses his universal themes to interact with the personalities of the characters he has chosen to use.
Go through the guiding questions and post your work.