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Back to category: English Limited version - please login or register to view the entire paper. John Donne- short summary Key Terms: Main points: Significant quotes: Hyperbole- a far-reaching exaggeration Metaphysical- coined by Jon Dryden : poets sought to explain abstract concepts in order to make sense of the world. Conceit- A form of extended metaphor. A scholarly comparison between two things. Syllogism- A form of cyclic reasoning used in philosophy. Sonnet- lyric poetry with a 14-line structure. Paradox- A statement which initially seems absurd but on closer examination proves to be true and logical. Critical response: Ben Johnson criticised Donne’s work for being ‘over intellectual’. Leishman claimed that Donne’s best work had a balance of intellect and p... Posted by: John Mayes Limited version - please login or register to view the entire paper. |
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