Valentine Quotes + Context Flashcards
What does Caroline Ann Duffy comment on about love?
How it’s been commercialised
What type of poet is Caroline Ann Duffy? (era)
Contemporary/modern day poet
How is love presented in Valentine?
Love is dangerous and hurtful
What type of view does Ann Duffy have on love?
Unconventional view
Give information on 2 of Ann Duffy’s past relationships?
First relationship at 16 - lived with partner ‘till 1982
Second with Jackie Kay - 15 year relationship - 1 child
What quote suggest that to get to love there is an outer shield you must break in Valentine?
It is a moon wrapped in brown paper.
What quote suggests love causes unhappiness in Valentine?
It will blind you with tears
What quote contrasts affection with unforgiveness in Valentine?
Its fierce kiss will stay on your lips
What quote show how at one point after uncovering so many layers, marriage is found in Valentine?
Its platinum loops shrink to a wedding ring
What quote subverts the idea of valentine’s day in Valentine?
Not a red rose or a satin heart
What quote shows how you must be cautious with love in Valentine?
like the careful undressing of love
What suggests how love makes you cry in Valentine?
I give you a onion
What quote suggests love makes you vulnerable then miserable in Valentine?
a wobbling photo of grief
