A Master's Journey in English Language and Literature

Class Assignment  THE RAPE OF THE LOCK Introduction  The Rape of the Lock by Alexander Pope is a mock-epic poem first published in 1712. It humorously portrays a real incident where a lock of a lady’s hair was cut without consent. Using the style of classical epics, Pope satirizes the vanity, pride, and trivial concerns of 18th-century aristocratic society with wit and elegance. About the Author  Alexander Pope(1688–1744) was one of the greatest poets of the 18th century and a leading figure of the Augustan Age in English literature. Known for his sharp wit, polished style, and use of heroic couplets, Pope wrote satirical and philosophical poems such as The Rape of the Lock, The Dunciad, and An Essay on Man. His works reflect reason, order, and classical ideals. Despite suffering from poor health, Pope became one of the most influential literary figures of his time, admired for his mastery of language and his keen insight into human nature and society. His major works in...

Class Assignment   Question -1 What is Metaphysical Poetry Metaphysical Poetry is a type of 17th-century English verse known for its intellectual depth, originality, and striking imagery. The term “ metaphysical” was first used by critic Samuel Johnson, who described poets such as John Donne, George Herbert, Andrew Marvell, Henry Vaughan, and Richard Crashaw as belonging to this school. These poets explored complex themes such as love, death, the soul, God, time, and human existence, blending emotional intensity with logical reasoning. A key feature of metaphysical poetry is the metaphysical conceit, an elaborate and unusual comparison between seemingly unrelated things. For example, Donne compares lovers to the two legs of a compass, showing how reason and imagination can merge in poetry. The poets often used wit, paradoxes, and irony , making their works intellectually stimulating as well as emotionally moving. Unlike the decorative style of earlier poets, metaphysical poetry ...

  Class Assignment  Question -A Write an Introduction to Geoffrey Chaucer :  Geoffrey Chaucer (1343–1400) is often called the “Father of English Literature” because he was one of the first writers to use English at a time when Latin and French were the main literary languages. Born in London, Chaucer lived during the Middle Ages and worked in many roles, including as a courtier, diplomat, and civil servant. His wide experiences of life and society gave him deep insight into human character, which became the foundation of his literary works. Chaucer’s most famous work is The Canterbury Tales, a collection of stories told by pilgrims on their way to Canterbury. Through humor, satire, and realistic description, he captured the lives, manners, and speech of people from different classes of society. His writing not only enriched English literature but also shaped the growth of the English language itself, making him one of the greatest literary figures of the medieval period. ...

Class  Assignment   Introduction   Pride and Prejudice is a famous novel written by Jane Austen and first published in 1813. It is one of the most popular works of English literature and is often called a classic of the Regency era. The story is mainly about the lives, manners, marriage, and social expectations of the early 19th century in England.   About the Author       Jane Austen (1775–1817) was a famous English novelist of the early 19th century. She is best known for her novels about love, marriage, and society, such as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Emma. Her writing is full of wit, humor, and social criticism. Austen showed how women’s lives were shaped by class, money, and marriage during her time. Although she published her books anonymously at first, today she is regarded as one of the greatest writers in English literature, and her works are still widely read and adapted . Analysis   The plot of Pride and Prejudice fo...