Hi Evelyn, the first thing I noticed was the header image, it’s simple yet powerful, very much in keeping with the Imagist mindset. The consistent questioning and the running theme that connects each stanza through their opening lines excels in keeping the poem cohesive. The short, sharp and direct lines are a strong choice forContinue reading “Peer Review #2”
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Blog #3: Nude In A Rocking Chair
Nude in a Rocking Chair. A slightly different reaction to how that idea might normally be received.
Peer Review #1
A review of Charmaine’s poem on World War I
Blog #2: They Will Be Remembered
In which I discuss the purpose of War Memorials
Blog #1: Alliteration in Spring
In which I test the limits of my alliteration.
Summative Entry
The Nineteenth Century gives me real insights into human and social issues that are still current in the 21st century. The work of the Romantics alongside writers such as Dickens and Earnest has raised my awareness of the universality of the concerns they raise in society. Examining all of the blogs I’ve made this semesterContinue reading “Summative Entry”
Peer Review #3
Caitlin, I enjoyed reading your insights into William Blake’s ‘The Garden of Love’, your technical analysis is impressive, I particularly enjoyed your discussion on symbolism. I can personally relate to the notion of growing restrictions moving into adulthood. It is also interesting how there is this dichotomy between love and restriction in the context ofContinue reading “Peer Review #3”
Blog #4 – Dickens and Deficiencies
In which we explore the possibility of redemption for deficiencies in behaviour.
Peer Review #2
George I really enjoyed your description of the Sydney streets, especially considering it is something that I’ve witnessed in person. Your use of detailed description is very reminiscent of Charles Dickens himself, your elongated final sentence is particularly evocative with the piling of comma after comma. Your word choice is very effective in creating thatContinue reading “Peer Review #2”
Blog #3: The Halls of the Forest of Lebanon
Queen Sheba visits the Halls of King Solomon
Andrew Colman: Adventures in Literature 