The Canonization Brief Questions
Who wrote “The Canonization”?
Ans: John Donne.
What type of poetry does John Donne write?
Ans: Metaphysical poetry.
What is the main theme of “The Canonization”?
Ans: The power...
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Write a short note on Metaphysical Conceit.
Write a short note on Metaphysical Conceit.
A metaphysical conceit is a special kind of comparison used by metaphysical poets like John Donne (1572-1631) and George Herbert (1593-1...
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The phoenix riddle hath more wit
Explain the following:
“The phoenix riddle hath more wit
By us; we two being one, are it.
So, to one neutral thing both sexes fit.”
These lines come from the third stanza of John D...
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As well a well-wrought urn becomes
Explain the following with reference to the context:
“As well a well-wrought urn becomes
The greatest ashes, as half-acre tombs,
And by these hymns, all shall approve
Us canonized...
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Evaluate John Donne as a metaphysical poet.
Evaluate John Donne as a metaphysical poet.
Or, discuss John Donne as a metaphysical poet with reference to his poem “The Canonization.”
Or, trace the metaphysical qualities in Don...
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Discuss Donne’s treatment of love with reference to his poem “The Canonization.”
What is new in Donne’s love poetry? Discuss with reference to the poem “The Canonization.”
Or, discuss Donne’s treatment of love with reference to his poem “The Canonization.”
Or,...
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The Canonization Brief Questions
Who wrote “The Canonization”?
Ans: John Donne.
What type of poetry does John Donne write?
Ans: Metaphysical poetry.
What is the main theme of “The Canonization”?
Ans: The power...
Read Note