Context of the Writers Flashcards
Carol Ann Duffy
Carol Ann Duffy’s ‘The worlds wife’ is a collection of poems which reimagines historical, mythical, and literary figures from a feminist perspective, giving voice to the often overlooked women in traditional narratives. Duffy challenges patriarchal storytelling, using dramatic monologues, satire, and subversion to explore themes of power, gender roles, and female identity. Influenced by her own experiences as a feminist and LGBTQ+ poet, Duffy reshapes well-known tales to critique societal norms, making the Worlds Wife a powerful commentary on the silencing of women throughout history.
Robert Browning
Robert Browning was a Victorian poet known for his mastery of the dramatic monologue, a form which reveals the psychology of his often morally ambiguous speakers. His poetry explores themes of power, obsession, love and violence, often critiquing patriarchal authority and societal constraints. Influenced by the dramatic traditions of Shakespeare and the philosophical ideas of the victorian era, Brownings work delves into the darker aspects of human nature, making his poetry both psychologically complex and socially critical.
