The Canonization (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Flashcards
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Author of 'The Canonization'
Author of 'The Canonization'
John Donne
Century 'The Canonization' was written
Century 'The Canonization' was written
Early 17th century
No. of stanzas in 'The Canonization'
No. of stanzas in 'The Canonization'
Five
Lines per stanza in 'The Canonization'
Lines per stanza in 'The Canonization'
Nine
Rhyme scheme of 'The Canonization'
Rhyme scheme of 'The Canonization'
ABBACCCAA
Primary metre of 'The Canonization'
Primary metre of 'The Canonization'
Iambic
Main conceit: lovers compared to what?
Main conceit: lovers compared to what?
Saints who are canonised by their love
Phoenix symbolism in the poem
Phoenix symbolism in the poem
Rebirth & immortality through love
What can immortalise love in the poem?
What can immortalise love in the poem?
Poetry
'We die and rise the same' meaning
'We die and rise the same' meaning
Sexual climax & spiritual renewal