A Wife In London Flashcards
1
Q
Who is the poet? When was he born and when did he die?
A
-Thomas Hardy(1840-1928)
2
Q
Who was Thomas Hardy?
A
-Victorian writer
-Wrote over a dozen novels
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3
Q
What was Thomas Hardys writing style?(3)
A
- Victorian writer
- muted style
- individuality not the greater glory
4
Q
CONTEXT
What was the boer war?(2)
A
- War of independence
- Nations civilisation ripped appart
5
Q
CONTEXT
What did Hardy think about the war?
A
-Pro boer loyalty
6
Q
ANALYSIS
What does the juxtaposition “fresh firm” imply?
A
It subverts the truth
