On the Sea (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Flashcards
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Date & location of 'On the Sea'
Date & location of 'On the Sea'
April 1817, Isle of Wight
Form of 'On the Sea'
Form of 'On the Sea'
Petrarchan Sonnet
Rhyme scheme of 'On the Sea'
Rhyme scheme of 'On the Sea'
ABBA ABBA CDE DEC
Meter of 'On the Sea'
Meter of 'On the Sea'
Iambic pentameter
Greek goddess in 'On the Sea'
Greek goddess in 'On the Sea'
Hecate (goddess of magic & moon)
Sea's dual nature in poem
Sea's dual nature in poem
Power & calm; constant, soothing presence
Sea's restorative power in poem
Sea's restorative power in poem
Offers solace, renewal, healing & rejuvenation
Nature vs Humanity contrast
Nature vs Humanity contrast
Human noise/chaos vs sea's peaceful, restorative sounds
Octave content in 'On the Sea'
Octave content in 'On the Sea'
Sea's eternal & varied nature
Sea personification example
Sea personification example
Sea keeps 'eternal whisperings'