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20th Century English Poetry emerged in the early years of the 20th century through various schools, styles, and ______
20th Century English Poetry emerged in the early years of the 20th century through various schools, styles, and ______
influences
Twentieth century poetry is a curious mixture of the traditional and the ______
Twentieth century poetry is a curious mixture of the traditional and the ______
experimental
Complexity, abundance of output, revolt against tradition, love of nature, pity for the poor and the suffering, disillusionment, loss of faith in religion, the metaphysical note, the romantic strain, the influence of music and other fine arts and new techniques are main trends of modern ______
Complexity, abundance of output, revolt against tradition, love of nature, pity for the poor and the suffering, disillusionment, loss of faith in religion, the metaphysical note, the romantic strain, the influence of music and other fine arts and new techniques are main trends of modern ______
poetry
Poetry today can be written on almost any subject.The modern poets find inspirations from railway trains, tramcars, telephones and things of ______ interest
Poetry today can be written on almost any subject.The modern poets find inspirations from railway trains, tramcars, telephones and things of ______ interest
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Modern poets have not accepted the theory of great subjects for poetic composition.The whole universe is the modern poet’s ______
Modern poets have not accepted the theory of great subjects for poetic composition.The whole universe is the modern poet’s ______
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Realism in modern poetry was the product of a reaction against the pseudo-romanticism of the last century over and above the influence of ______
Realism in modern poetry was the product of a reaction against the pseudo-romanticism of the last century over and above the influence of ______
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Robert Frost, Edmund Blunden, and Gibson are the poets of ______ in modern poetry.
Robert Frost, Edmund Blunden, and Gibson are the poets of ______ in modern poetry.
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Love forms the subject of many modern lyrics. Robert Bridges has produced fine sonnets of love in The Growth of Love. E.g. I Will Not Let Thee Go. W.B. Yeats’ When You are Old etc. Pessimism. There is a note of pessimism and disillusionment in modern poetry. The modern poet has realized the pettiness of human life and the tragedy and suffering of the poor have made him gloomy and sad. Poetry as the expression of the feeling has become autumnal in tone. T.Hardy, Huxley and T.S.Eliot are the poets of Pessimism and disillusionment in modern poetry. Romantic Elements. In spite of the dominance of ______, in modern poetry, the spirit of romance continues to rule the minds of certain poets like Yeats, E.Thomas, Masefield etc.
Love forms the subject of many modern lyrics. Robert Bridges has produced fine sonnets of love in The Growth of Love. E.g. I Will Not Let Thee Go. W.B. Yeats’ When You are Old etc. Pessimism. There is a note of pessimism and disillusionment in modern poetry. The modern poet has realized the pettiness of human life and the tragedy and suffering of the poor have made him gloomy and sad. Poetry as the expression of the feeling has become autumnal in tone. T.Hardy, Huxley and T.S.Eliot are the poets of Pessimism and disillusionment in modern poetry. Romantic Elements. In spite of the dominance of ______, in modern poetry, the spirit of romance continues to rule the minds of certain poets like Yeats, E.Thomas, Masefield etc.
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Walter De La Mare’s poetry is full of true romantic spirit bordering on ______. With him, the ghosts and fairies of the old world have come into their own in the 20th century.
Walter De La Mare’s poetry is full of true romantic spirit bordering on ______. With him, the ghosts and fairies of the old world have come into their own in the 20th century.
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Modern poetry is marked with a note of ______ and democratic feeling. The modern poet, more than Wordsworth, is interested in the life of labourers, workers etc.
Modern poetry is marked with a note of ______ and democratic feeling. The modern poet, more than Wordsworth, is interested in the life of labourers, workers etc.
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The modern age is the age of science, but even in this scientific age, we have poems written on the subject of ______ and mysticism. W.B.Yeats, Francis Thompson, Robert Graves etc are the great poets who have kept alive the flame of religion and mysticism in their poetry.
The modern age is the age of science, but even in this scientific age, we have poems written on the subject of ______ and mysticism. W.B.Yeats, Francis Thompson, Robert Graves etc are the great poets who have kept alive the flame of religion and mysticism in their poetry.
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Modern poets have a preference for simple and direct expression. Modern poets have chosen to be free in the use of the meter. They have followed freedom from the trammels of verse. Verse rhythm is replaced by sense rhythm. There is a focus on ______.
Modern poets have a preference for simple and direct expression. Modern poets have chosen to be free in the use of the meter. They have followed freedom from the trammels of verse. Verse rhythm is replaced by sense rhythm. There is a focus on ______.
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Study Notes
20th Century English Poetry
- Emerged in the early years of the 20th century through various schools, styles, and influences
- Characterized by complexity, abundance of output, revolt against tradition, and more
Main Trends of Modern Poetry
- Traditions mixed with experimental styles
- Love of nature and pity for the poor and suffering
- Disillusionment, loss of faith in religion, and focus on real-life themes
- Influence of music, fine arts, and new techniques
Characteristics
- Diverse variety of themes, including everyday life and common interests
- Realism, marked by a lack of romanticism and a focus on life's harsh realities
- Love as a common theme, with poets like Robert Bridges and W.B. Yeats
- Pessimism and disillusionment, seen in poets like T.H. Hardy, Huxley, and T.S. Eliot
- Romantic elements, seen in poets like Yeats, E. Thomas, and Masefield
Nature
- Attracts the modern poet, but without spiritual or mystical connotations
- Poets like Masefield, Robert Bridges, and Edmund Blunden focus on nature's beauty
- Descriptions of birds, clouds, landscapes, sea, and countryside are common
Humanitarian and Democratic Note
- Focus on the life of labourers, workers, and common people
- Poets like Masefield, Gibson, and Goldsworthy are interested in the struggles of the working class
- Humanitarianism and democratic feelings are prominent in modern poetry
Religion and Mysticism
- Despite the scientific age, poets like W.B. Yeats, Francis Thompson, and Robert Graves write about religion and mysticism
- These poets keep the flame of religion and mysticism alive in their work
Diction and Style
- Modern poets prefer simple and direct expression
- They have broken free from traditional verse forms and meters
- Sense rhythm has replaced verse rhythm, giving poetry a more natural flow
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Explore the emergence, trends, and influences of 20th century English poetry, including its mixture of traditional and experimental styles. Delve into the complexities, abundance of output, and themes like revolt against tradition, love of nature, and disillusionment.
