Delve into the analysis of two powerful poems - Funeral Blues by W.H. Auden and Apologies to All the People in Lebanon by June Jordan. Understand the metaphors, imagery, and literary terms used in Auden's iconic work and explore the significance of free verse and social commentary in Jordan's piece.

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Elegy in literature is a poetic form that honors the deceased, often lamenting their passing. This article explores the features of elegies, such as invoking the muse, questioning fate, and offering comfort. Examples from renowned poets like W.H. Auden and Walt Whitman showcase the emotional depth a

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The poem "The Unknown Citizen" by W. H. Auden is a satirical commentary on modern society's dehumanization and loss of individual identity. Through the persona of an unnamed citizen reduced to a mere number, the poem critiques bureaucratic control, conformity, and the erasure of personal agency. The

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Poetic drama, pioneered by T.S. Eliot, marked a significant literary movement in the 20th century. Eliot's contributions, along with efforts from predecessors such as W.B. Yeats and contemporaries like Auden and Isherwood, revitalized the genre. The fusion of traditional and experimental elements, r

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