The Dreame (Deare love, for nothing less than thee…) (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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What tradition influenced Donne's poetic expressions of love?
What tradition influenced Donne's poetic expressions of love?
Classical poetry and Renaissance poetry influenced Donne.
How does Donne typically begin his poems?
How does Donne typically begin his poems?
With dramatic statements that engage the reader immediately.
What theme is explored in Donne's 'The Dreame'?
What theme is explored in Donne's 'The Dreame'?
The interplay of love and dreams, revealing intimacy.
What metaphor for his beloved does Donne use in 'The Dreame'?
What metaphor for his beloved does Donne use in 'The Dreame'?
He describes her as a celestial being or 'angel.'
What symbolizes awakening in Donne's 'The Dreame'?
What symbolizes awakening in Donne's 'The Dreame'?
The light emitted from her eyes symbolizes awakening.
What does Donne struggle with in his expression of love?
What does Donne struggle with in his expression of love?
Inner doubt and fear of losing his beloved.
What rhythmic pattern is common in Donne's poetry?
What rhythmic pattern is common in Donne's poetry?
Primarily uses iambic pentameter with variations.
What does Coleridge say about understanding Donne's meter?
What does Coleridge say about understanding Donne's meter?
Sense of the words must be understood to determine meter.
What is Mario Praz's view of Donne's poetic focus?
What is Mario Praz's view of Donne's poetic focus?
Preoccupation with the holistic emotional effect of his poetry.
What is the main theme of Donne's 'The Dreame'?
What is the main theme of Donne's 'The Dreame'?
The interplay of dreams and reality in love.