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Poetry of Lawrence Ferlinghetti, 1995.
The paper examines in depth the poety of Lawrence Ferlinghetti, father of the Beat generation, by exploring concepts of Art, Place, and Sociopolitics in the poetry.
7,570 words (approx. 30.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 166.95
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This paper discusses Lawrence Ferlinghetti, one of the main cultural architects to draft a visionary blueprint for a new, stable world order, as expressed through art. This paper reviews in detail poetry that covers the Twentieth Century.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Art
Technique
Graphic Form
Ferlinghetti's Relationship to and Influence on other Poets
Place
The General Need for Coherence
Levels of Geographic Specificity
Country Names
City Names
Street Names
Personal Hangouts
The Noun Phrase
Sociopolitical Concerns
Communal Stability
Oppression of Other Cultures
The Environment and Animal Rights
Freedom of Expression
The Need for Communication
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"Lawrence Ferlinghetti's belief that the old world has been replaced by a
new one is made clear in his title of his first book, "Pictures of the Gone World". The description of the world of the past as "gone" indicates Ferlinghetti's belief that an irreconcilable break with the world of the past has occurred, rendering the old world pictures incapable of describing present reality. From this, it follows that the world needs to be viewed anew with a fresh eye and redescribed. However, this does not mean that elements of the gone world cannot be adapted into the new reality."
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Music and Poetry, 2005.
An examination of Lawrence Kramer's book, "Music and Poetry: The Nineteenth Century and After".
715 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 25.95
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This paper discusses how Kramer portrays that music and poetry are related. It explains that both music and poetry utilize rhythm as an operating principle and a source of aesthetic organization. The writer shows that the two are most closely related in terms of song, where poetry is often the source for the text composers set to music. Kramer makes his purpose clear from the outset and then fulfills it.
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"Kramer notes that music and poetry have often been connected, though not always in clear ways or fully articulated by those analyzing such issues. He asks if a discipline could be developed that could study these two arts and bring them together in a more coherent manner and explain the connection more thoroughly. He tries to provide such a framework , noting such elements as ?the alliance of connotative and combinatory features.? Kramer also notes the elements that separate music and poetry, notably in terms of the expressive balance of each. Music achieves its power ?to embody complex states of mind as they might arise pre-verbally in consciousness, by resting its tacit connotations on an explicit combinatory structure that is highly charged with complexity, expectancy, and tension,? while ?poetic meaning . . . is a virtually limitless play of explicit connotative relationships.? "
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D. H. Lawrence and Freud, 2002.
A discussion of the relationship between Sigmund Freud and D. H. Lawrence in Lawrence's work.
6,920 words (approx. 27.7 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 156.95
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This paper attempts to take a psychoanalytical view of the work of the novelist D. H. Lawrence and discusses the underlying reasons for the obscenities in some of his works such as "The Rainbow" which was was prosecuted under the Obscene Publications Act and destroyed by order of the court. It evaluates whether Freud's two books, "Psychoanalysis and the Unconscious" and "The Fantasia" which were published in the two years following Lawrence's success in finally securing the publication of "Women in Love", are, in part, explanations--perhaps even justifications--of that shocking book and of other facets of his literary production up to that point. It examines how the two books lay out the views on human psychology and the promptings of the unconscious that had contributed so much to the underlying scheme of "Women in Love" and others.
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"The characters in Women in Love were deliberately created in a way that rejected, as Lawrence put it, "the old stable ego of the character" and plumbed, instead, the depths of the unconscious (quoted in Kinkead-Weekes xiv). These characters were subject to change in accordance with the pull of forces and drives which they only partially comprehended but were acutely interested in understanding more fully. They were, and, as Lawrence suggested, we all are, "unstable and governed by subterranean impulse" while moving through lives that are in constant flux--ideas which his readers "found much more threatening or even outrageous than mere sexual explicitness" (Kinkead-Weekes xiv). The basic difficulty of expressing such ideas through the construction of literary characters and finding the language that was best suited to this purpose would have made the composition of Women in Love difficult enough for a writer who believed that his book could be published. But Lawrence, in spite of all his difficulties, was intensely moved and fascinated by the process of writing that spurred him to go deeper into the unconscious than, he believed, anyone had delved before."
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Poetry in Elementary School Curricula, 2004.
This paper discusses ideas for the integration of poetry and the creative energy poetry can engender into non-poetic school learning environments.
2,115 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper explains that poetry is a tool to stimulate creative problem solving, build an ability for creative expression, help a child develop literacy skills, and learn other subjects through the imaginative, resourceful use of poetry. The author points out that a 'persona poem' is a poem that is written in the first person; the writer imagines that he or she is an animal, a movie star, a politician, or anything or anyone he or she is not. The paper stresses that innovation and doing the unexpected are extremely important for elementary school teachers when coaxing students to love and use poetry throughout their curricula.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The American Poetry and Literacy Project
The Persona Poem
Using Persona Poetry in Social Studies, Music, Math, Science, and Art
Conclusion
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"To move to another area of study, math; the student could write a persona poem pretending to be Albert Einstein?s pencil sharpener. Imagine all the work that sharpener must do ? since Einstein was said to go through a number of pencils each day during his mathematical research and formula writing ? and imagine all the grinding sounds and shavings, too. Or, alternatively, what would it be like to be the number ?1?? Would that be a grand feeling of winning (?number one? can mean the best, the first, the top choice), or would being ?number one? seem like a person had a long way to go to get to ?50??"
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Metaphysical Poetry- Characteristics,Types and Major Poets, 2005.
A discussion of the origins and nature of metaphysical poetry.
2,728 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper examines the origins of metaphysical poetry and its characteristics. Poetic terms are defined and the types of metaphysical poetry are discussed. The major poets of this genre are introduced. Although the paper considers metaphysical poetry in a positive light, criticism of the movement is also presented.
Introduction
Characteristics of metaphysical poetry
A.Delight in Novel Thought and Expression
B.Far-Fetched Images
C. Affectation and Hyperbole
D. Obscurity
E. Learning
Types of Metaphysical Poetry
A. Amorous Poetry
B. Religious Poetry
Sources of Metaphysical Poetry
Poets of the Metaphysical World
A. John Donne
B. George Halbert
C. Andrew Marvell
D. Henry Vaughn
VI. Conclusion
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"Metaphysics or the branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of existence, truth and knowledge based on abstract reasoning, was first applied to poetry by Dr.Samuel Johnson. He borrowed it from Dryden's derogatory phrase about Donne-"He affects the metaphysics." Dryden criticized Donne for his excessive obscurity and Dr.Samuel Johnson later used the term 'metaphysical' to describe the specific poetic method used by poets like Donne."
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Nostalgia in Romantic Poetry, 1996.
An examination of the use of nostalgia in the poetry of the romantic era (1768 - 1839), focusing in particular on the poetry of William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
1,951 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper argues that nostalgia in poetry can be considered a particular kind of literary device, through which it is possible to gain some degree of insight into the whole ideology on which the romantic movement was based. Through an analysis of the poetry of William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, it looks at how the romantics mourn the fleeting nature of time and look back to the golden age of childhood - which can only be recaptured through nostalgia. It shows how nostalgia allows the poets the opportunity to not only recapture the past, but to manipulate and control it and how the nostalgia displayed in romantic poetry is, then, a tool of the intellect and a calculated attempt to make sense of a confused world of impressions and feelings, to bring order where previously there was only chaos.
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"Coleridge?s is an extreme model of nostalgia. Casting his mind back to childhood, he finds that the child he once was is also indulging in nostalgic thoughts of a still deeper past; the past he may have experienced even before birth, on a far different plane. This is the blissful, innocent world which becomes the ideal for all present existence, and the child who can still recall it, and imaginatively re-inhabit that world through nostalgia becomes, to the romantic mind, like a visionary without language or the proper means of expressing his recollection."
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Gratitude in Poetry, 2006.
An examination of the meaning of gratitude in poetry.
924 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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In this paper the author reviews the gratitude expressed in D.H. Lawrence's poem "Piano", Anne Bradstreet's poem "To My Dear and Loving Husband," and Toni Morrison's writing "Nobel Prize Speech." He highlights how the dictionary definition of gratitude as meaning thankfulness is not enough to justify the depth of the word. But, in poetry the word gratitude, becomes much more. The author describes how, in each poem the gratitude expressed can relate to the whole story and life of a person. One of the examples he gives is D.H. Lawrence's poem "Piano", which he describes as a nostalgic view of the gratitude Lawrence has for his mother's relationship. The author also relates to the other poems and their more deep meaning of gratitude which is expressed. In conclusion he reiterates that the dictionary meaning of gratitude is not enough, especially in poetry, as there is much more to the word.
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"At first glance, Bradstreet's poem looks only like a love song; it does not outwardly thank anybody. However, a closer reading reveals not only its theme of gratitude, but also the notion that viewing the poem under the guise of its first appearance oversimplifies the poem and hides its complexity. Indeed, "To My Dear and Loving Husband" is written in rhymed couplets and is a mere 12 lines long. Nevertheless, it is clearly an illustration of the Puritan belief that wealth is a measurement of blessing (Ryken 20). Specifically, Bradstreet says, "Love is greater "than whole mines of gold/ Or all the riches that the East doth hold" (lines 5-6), thereby acknowledging that her greatest wealth is love."
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Children's Poetry, 2002.
An overview of poetic genres in children's poetry and how children relate/react to poetry.
960 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper looks at how poetry is a useful form of literature for children, intellectually and emotionally. It discusses the creative use of language, which is specialized to stimulate the imagination and arouse feelings of readers, especially children.
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"Narrative poetry evokes emotions that represent the mood or feeling of the work, rather than that of the poet. This type of poetry was often used orally to relate new or events to others and in written form it is read like a story. Although some narrative poems (such as epics and romances) are too sophisticated for young readers, ballads are an appropriate form for this age level. Originally designed for an illiterate people, ballads are easily remembered and adaptable for singing or recitation. Although some ballads are ancient and difficult for children to relate to, ?old ballads do serve to transport children to a more primitive past, to wilderness, to feudalism, to a time quite different from their own, yet not without flavorsome, musical, language.? The appeal of these ballads is often in the use of language, which evokes a mood or emotions."
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Poetry in the 21st Century, 2004.
Explains the continuing relevance of poetry in our current era.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 43.95
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As the 21st century begins, poetry remains relevant to the lives of people in the Western world, an antidote to the popular culture of spectacle and instant gratification. Using the example of British poet, Jamie McKendrick, this paper argues that poetry remains relevant because it reflects what is universally felt and experienced by humanity. Poetry is irrelevant to popular culture, but not to the populace. McKendrick's poetry reflects life in a way that more spectacular entertainment cannot do. His poems invite the reader to reflect on great questions and to notice small details and beauties of the world. One of McKendrick's abilities is to express emotions in a way that the readers themselves could perhaps never manage. Poets are truth-speakers, and because their work truly reflects life, it is seldom straightforward. It is rare that a poem is fully appreciated after the first reading. Poetry demands engagement with the reader or listener; it cannot be passively watched like a Hollywood film. The reader must interact with the poem, and in the process, helps create the poem, since the meaning inferred by one reader may be different from that of another reader, and both may be different from the author's intended meaning. The paper concludes that poetry continues to be relevant because it expresses the human experience and does so with an uncommon intimacy and truthfulness.
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"A poem will last for centuries if it skillfully explores the human experience because the essence of that experience does not change. Sappho and John Donne, for example, will always be relevant because people will always develop romantic infatuations. Alienation, longing, love, grief, the search for meaning, the discovery of the sublime in mundane life: These things will always be relevant. McKendrick can set his poems outside of time, as he does with "The Belen", or set a poem in Dante's Hell, because he writes about being human, not about being human in a particular century. In Ink Stone, he often writes of loss. The struggle of the intellect to understand death and the loneliness felt at the death of someone who understood one's dreams will resonate with readers in the next century as much as in this one because the act of grieving will not change."
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Teaching Ethics Through Student Written Poetry, 2005.
A paper on the possibilities inherent in using poetry as a means of teaching morality/poetry.
2,387 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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In consideration of the age old question about where and how to begin teaching ethics to students, this paper looks at whether student written poetry might be an effective tool to teach the importance of living in an ethical manner.
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"Gibelman , Gelman , and Fast (1999) conducted what they called a quasi-experiment. They created a specific set of criteria for a research paper, based on course content in a social work graduate school program. Then they took an actual student-written paper, one bought "off-the-shelf" from a "paper mill" and a custom-written paper. The study doesn't say if the same service was used for both of the bought papers. The next step was to send the three variations to professors around the country for grading. It is interesting to note that the most well-received paper was the student-written one where the writer had actually attended the class the paper was for. The custom-written paper was the next best graded. These researchers suggest that the student written paper was most acceptable because the student had information and insight into what the instructor required for the paper that could only be gained from attending classes. Instructor formulate the parameters of essays and research papers to make specific determinations about student knowledge and ability."
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Matthew Arnold's Poetry, 2002.
An examination of Matthew Arnold's criticism applied to his own poetry.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This five-page undergraduate paper applies the theories and principles found in three selections of Arnold's criticism of poetry to his own poetry. His longer poetry is excellent; his short poems are often far from what he says poetry should be.
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The View of Poetry in Ancient Times, 2008.
A discussion of poetry as viewed by ancient Greek and Roman philosophers and poets such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Horace and Longinus.
3,560 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 99.95
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This paper examines views of the ancient Greek and Roman poets and philosophers on poetry. The periods' most prominent thinkers, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Horace and Longinus are essentially analyzed through their writings, thoughts and quotes about literature in general, their views on God, forms of poetry, and the role of a poet in the society.
These philosophers and poets examined the world around them, asking questions about it, and seeking rational explanations. This was the beginning of natural philosophy, which inevitably included questions of art and poetry. The paper concludes that the early Greek and Roman philosophers' and poets' writings about art and poetry greatly affected their followers and were important in the shaping of today's poet and poetry.
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"Aristotle explicitly explains poetry and poet's duty explicitly in Poetics. For him, a poet's duty is not to deal with reality itself but to deal with the possibilities that are shaped within the nature of events. He differentiates between a poet from a historian. A historian naturally reflects reality itself, but a poet reflects the possibility of a probable reality. Poetry describes the general, but history reflects the only specific real events."
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Lawrence and Golding, 2005.
An analysis of the function and significance of landscape in literary works by D.H. Lawrence and William Golding.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper explores the literary use of landscape in D.H. Lawrence's "Sons and Lovers" and in William Golding's "Pincher Martin". The paper claims that both Lawrence and Golding manipulate landscape for a specific purpose in their works. The paper explores both of these novels, commenting upon the stylistic uses of landscape, a literary device that may be employed towards the fulfillment of a particular artistic theme. Both D.H. Lawrence and William Golding make use of landscape in this fashion. Citing many specific examples from the novels, and drawing upon a wealth of bibliographic resources, the paper is relevant to any discussion of Lawrence, Golding or twentieth century literature.
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"D.H. Lawrence's 1913 novel, Sons and Lovers, is set in the British Midlands at the turn of the twentieth century (Lawrence 9). This is a region in central England that was, at the time the novel is set, becoming highly industrialized. Factories, coal pits, and squalid row houses were plentiful. "We are in the northern Midlands at the turn of the century, seeing the daily life of the mining community through the eyes of one of its children, and seen with such intensity and clarity, especially in the first of three parts, that the reader feels in direct contact with life (Black 151). Robin Hood's Sherwood Forest is close by the busy industrial city of Nottingham, where Paul Morel obtains employment, and the river Trent, a significant piece of landscape in Lawrence's novel, swirls its way from the city through the wide-open country hills and vales. Sons and Lovers continually contrasts the sensuous, natural environment with that of the cold, drab monuments of industrial town and city life, providing the reader a vivid sense of the times."
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Open Form Poetry, 2002.
A study of the open form style of poetry, as seen in the anonymous poem: "What a wonderful bird the frog are,?.
1,160 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper examines attention-attracting styles in poetry, primarily open form poetry. It uses the anonymous poem: "What a wonderful bird the frog are,? to highlight the characteristics of open form poetry explains the effect that this style of poetry has on the reader. It also touches on other attention-attracting devices, such as startling and repetition.
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"Artists and writers utilize all manner of devices to attract their readers? attentions. Vladimir Nabokov, in his tome ?Pale Fire,? framed a novel in the form of a poem and its associated criticism. Nabokov publically stated that he attempted absolute mediocrity in writing the poem ?Pale Fire,? but this only showcases the unerring genius in the remainder of the work -- and as some critics would have it, genius in the poem itself despite Nabokov?s own disclaimer. Thomas Pynchon, in his epic ?Gravity?s Rainbow,? used all manner of attention-getting including various songs that the reader automatically sets to music in her head."
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Poetry, 2002.
An overview of the assessment of poetry.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper is on the topic of assessing poetry. Poetry has figurative language, musical sound, and different symbols. The assessment of poetry is similar to that of fiction, but more precise.
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