I am very interested in modernism and how these poets reflect this time period. It is so interesting to read poetry that reflect a time in America where all construct we had was obliterated. These poems are kind of calculated and there are many intentions behind many miniscule details and it is a lot to dissect.
There are many different backgrounds going into this week’s readings. TS has a philosophy background and writing with a search of meaning to life. William’s writings reflect his background of his parents drilling perfectionism into him. His writings reflect how he fought to not conform to that- he went to college to please them, but even then used it for his creative good, not for personal success. Many of his poems are fragmented and will cut off in the middle of a sentence to hop to a new one which obviously is intentional. I am excited to read over his poems again and study them more so that I can piece together all his intentions for why he places words where he does. Many of his poems resolute with a greater meaning I have realized, after reading them over a couple of times. Marianne’s poems reflect her keen interest in her surroundings and ability to observe.
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