london Flashcards
Who wrote the poem ‘London’?
William Blake
What did William Blake believe in?
social and racial equality and he questioned church teachings
Summary of the poem ‘London’?
A walk around the city of London, everywhere he goes people are affected by misery and despair.
How is misery presented in the poem
The misery seems relentless, no one can escape it not even the young and innocent. People in power (e.g the church, monarchy and wealthy landowners seem to be behind these problems and are doing nothing to help the people in need
what does chartered mean?
owned by the establishments
who are the establishments?
people on power (monarchy, wealthy land owners or the church)
what are manacles
handcuffs
what is a harlot?
a prostitute
what is the form of this poem?
a dramatic monologue
What rhyme scheme is included and what does this demonstrate?
It includes the ABAB rhyme scheme and echoes the relentless misery of the city
what is the rhythm of the poem?
a regular rhythm, reflecting the sound of his feet as he trudges around
(structure) what are the first two stanzas focused on?
people he sees and hears
(structure) what is the focus in stanza three?
institutions that are responsible for
(structure) what is the final stanza about?
looking at how people are affected
what language is included in the poem
rhetorical language to persuade his point of view; he uses powerful, emotive words and imagery to reinforce the horror of the situation.
