Introduction

Question 1

Stucture

Answer 1

Intertextual dialogue
Donne’s perspective
Edson’s critique
Core idea

Question 2

1: Intertextual dialogue:

Answer 2

Donne’s metaphysical poetry (Death Be Not Proud, This Is My Playes’ Last Scene) vs. Edson’s modern play (W;t).

Question 3

2: Donne’s perspective:

Answer 3

Uses linguistic syllogisms to dismantle fear of death through faith in Christian salvation.

Question 3

3: Edson’s critique:

Answer 3

Recycles Donne’s intellectualism but exposes its limits in a secular world, prioritizing human connection.

Question 4

4: Core idea:

Answer 4

Death’s meaning is reshaped over time based on changing existential and cultural contexts.