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Story and Song:The Ballad

Uncover the world of ballads, from their medieval European origins to their modern definitions and common themes of love, death, loyalty, honor, and magic. Dive into the historical types of folk, literary, and broadside ballads, exploring well-known examples like "Sir Patrick Spens" with its tale of

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Learning Intentions: We will learn how to compare songs and poems. We will use comparative language to show similarities and differences.

Explore the art of comparing songs and poems, using comparative language to highlight similarities and differences. Dive into Venn diagrams, linking words, and key terms to analyze genres like Reggae, Irish Ballads, and Rap music.

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William Wordsworth (1770-1850): Poet of Nature and Memory

William Wordsworth, a renowned English poet, was born in 1770 and his works were inspired by the landscapes of the Lake District. His collaboration with Coleridge in publishing "Lyrical Ballads" marked a significant moment in Romantic poetry. Wordsworth's emphasis on simplicity, nature, memory, and

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The Romantic Age of Wordsworth: An Overview

The Romantic period in English literature, known as the Age of Wordsworth, emphasized emotions, individualism, nature's beauty, and common people's simplicity. William Wordsworth, a prominent English Romantic poet, co-authored Lyrical Ballads with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and his notable work includ

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The Romantic Poet William Wordsworth: Life, Works, and Influence

William Wordsworth, a prominent Romantic poet, was known for his connection to nature, emphasis on individualism, and rejection of industrialization. This summary discusses his life, notable works like "Lyrical Ballads," and his impact on the Romantic Movement.

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American Folk Songs Collection

A collection of American folk songs featuring classics like "Blow the Man Down," "Simple Gifts," "Poor Wayfaring Stranger," and more. Each song tells a unique story, reflecting the history and culture of America. The songs range from sea shanties to heartfelt ballads, invoking a sense of nostalgia a

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Exploring Oral Tradition and Folklore Through Literature

Delve into the rich realm of oral tradition and folklore, where stories of courage, power, and quick thinking are shared across generations. Discover the characteristics of these narratives, from didactic teachings to the imaginative feats of folk heroes. Uncover the essence of myths, legends, tall

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Elements of Poetry: Understanding Literary Devices and Forms

Explore various elements of poetry, including alliteration, approximate rhyme, assonance, end rhyme, figurative language, folk ballads, imagery, imaginative language, internal rhyme, literary ballads, and lyrical poetry. Discover how these components enhance the depth and beauty of poetic expression

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Explore Poetry: An Overview of Different Poetic Forms and Examples

Delve into the world of poetry with an exploration of various forms like elegy, epitaph, ode, hymn, sonnet, and ballad. Discover examples from renowned poets such as Thomas Gray, Robert Herrick, Robert Creeley, Julia Ward Howe, Claude McKay, and Edgar Allan Poe. Each form showcases a unique style an

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Analysis of Wordsworth's Preface to Lyrical Ballads

William Wordsworth's Preface to Lyrical Ballads serves as a manifesto for the Romantic movement, emphasizing the use of common language and the expression of emotion in poetry. Wordsworth defines poetry as the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings, rooted in contemplation rather than mere sponta

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The Romantics: Poetry and Revolution in the French Revolution Era

The Romantic Period was marked by the publication of "The Lyrical Ballads" by Wordsworth and Coleridge, setting the principles of Romantic poetry. Emphasizing emotions and nature, Romantic poets like Wordsworth, Shelley, Coleridge, and Keats used everyday life and rural language to express their fee

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The Romantic Period: Influence of the French Revolution on Poetry

The French Revolution of 1798 had a profound impact on poetry during the Romantic Period, exemplified by the publication of "Lyrical Ballads" by William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Wordsworth's preface to the collection laid out the principles of Romantic poetry, emphasizing the expressi

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Understanding Poetic Form and Meaning in English Poetry

Explore the intricate elements of poetic form, such as rhyme, meter, stanzas, and refrains, in popular English forms like ballads, sonnets, odes, and free verse. Delve into the significance of traditional ballads like "La Belle Dame sans Merci" and "The Tyger," discovering how these poems subvert ex

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Exploring Poem Types through the Lens of Movie Genres

Different types of poems are likened to various genres of movies, each with its unique characteristics and elements. Narrative poems tell a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end, while ballads add a tragic twist. Odes praise subjects, elegies honor what is deceased, and lyrics delve into the

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