Larkin/Duffy Flashcards
1
Q
What four poems relate to the ‘characters exploring issues’ question?
A
Duffy - Havisham and The Cliche Kid
Larkin - Love Songs in Age and Wild Oats
2
Q
What is the introduction to Havisham and Love Songs in Age?
A
Both Havisham by Carol Ann Duffy and Love Songs in Age by Philip Larkin explore disappointment in relationships. But whereas, in the former results in the speaker ‘cawing’ at the wall, Larkin’s poem ends with the widow ‘lamely admitting’ that love had failed her.
3
Q
What is the introduction to The Cliche Kid and Wild Oats?
A
Both The Cliche Kid and Wild Oats explore the hardships of life. But, whereas in the former leads to consulting a ‘Doc’ for help, Larkin’s poem explores a speaker ‘bored to love’.
