Ozymandias Flashcards
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Context
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Radical poet
Dissapproved of the British monarchy
Inspired by RamessesII and King George III
disliked oppression
Criticism of rulers using unjust power.
2
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Key Ideas
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Arrogance of rulers has led to pride and mistreatment.
Power of art - literature is more enduring than human power.
abuse of power
Temporary natural of political power.
3
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Quote: The…
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The hand that mocked them, and the heart had fed.
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Quote: And…
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And wrinkled up sneer of cold command.
5
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Quote: Look…
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Look on my works ye mighty.
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Themes
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Ozymandias as corrupt.
Negative portrayal of Ozymandias
Human power is temporary.
