living space Flashcards
why is the title ironic
The title is ironic as there isn’t much “living space” in the slums of Mumbai.
what does the enjambment of the poem reflect
how the structures lean over and are on top of each other and the central stanza is “squeezed” in to reflect how living spaces are “squeezed” into small gaps
what language suggest it is unsafe
“crookedly”, “clutch” and “leans dangerously”
what does the image of “eggs” show
The image of the “eggs” shows ordinary objects make the slums feel like home and also reflect the
fragility of life.
what do “thin walls of faith” suggest
Final words – “thin walls of faith” suggests the existence of these living spaces is a miracle and
implies they still have “faith” even in difficult conditions.
where was Imtiaz Dharker born and raised
Born in Pakistan but raised in Scotland
what does Imtiaz Dharker have an interest in
Imtiaz Dharker has an interest in representing a different
culture.
what does the poem being with Dharker being sarcastic towards
The poem Living Space begins with Dharker being sarcastic towards the negative views of the
slums.
what does the middle stanza represent
The middle stanza represents the small ‘Living Space’ the people have to use as the stanza is ‘squeezed’ into the middle of the poem
what does the poem end with
The poem ends with Dharker’s admiration of the people who live in the slums and their positive attitudes towards their negative circumstances.
what are the 3 possible links and themes
Welfare and living conditions – London
Fragility of life and resilience of spirit – The Manhunt and Mametz Wood
