Valentine and sonnet 43

• What themes do the poems "Valentine" by Carol Ann Duffy and "Sonnet 43" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning explore?

  Love, devotion, and the complex nature of romantic relationships
• How do the historical contexts of "Valentine" and "Sonnet 43" differ?

  They were written in different historical contexts
• What stylistic approach does Duffy use in "Valentine"?

  She employs an unconventional metaphor to depict love
• What metaphor does Duffy use in "Valentine" to symbolize love?

  The metaphor of an onion
• How does Duffy's description of the onion contribute to the poem's theme?

  It emphasizes that love can be overwhelming and harsh
• What does Duffy's use of everyday imagery in "Valentine" convey about love?

  It presents love as a raw, genuine experience
• What form does Browning's "Sonnet 43" utilize?

  The traditional sonnet form
• How many lines does "Sonnet 43" consist of?

  Fourteen lines
• What is the rhyme scheme characteristic of the Petrarchan sonnet used in "Sonnet 43"?

  ABBAABBA for the octave
• What does the opening line of "Sonnet 43" invite the reader to do?

  Explore the speaker's profound emotions
• What does Browning's use of structured form in "Sonnet 43" reflect?

  A sense of control and deliberation in her expression of love
• What does Browning's language in "Sonnet 43" evoke?

  A sense of devotion and spiritual connection
• How does the imagery in "Valentine" differ from that in "Sonnet 43"?

  "Valentine" uses realism and visceral experience, while "Sonnet 43" is ethereal and idealized
• What does the metaphor of the onion in "Valentine" convey about love?

  Love can evoke both joy and pain
• What type of imagery does Browning use in "Sonnet 43"?

  Metaphors related to spirituality and eternity
• How does Browning's structured cadence contribute to the theme of love?

  It suggests love exists beyond the physical realm
• What does Browning's imagery focus on in "Sonnet 43"?

  Love’s potential for growth and elevation
• How does Duffy's conversational tone in "Valentine" affect the poem?

  It makes her exploration of love accessible and relatable
• What does Duffy's bluntness in "Valentine" signify?

  It denotes a sense of realism in love
• How does Browning's language reflect the Romantic era?

  It employs elevated diction and lyrical quality
• What rhetorical device does Browning use to emphasize her devotion in "Sonnet 43"?

  Anaphora, repeating “I love thee”
• What does the repetition in Browning's "Sonnet 43" create?

  A rhythmic harmony that reinforces her sentiments
• How does Duffy's "Valentine" address the complexities of love?

  It acknowledges both its sweetness and potential for pain
• What themes does Browning's "Sonnet 43" reinforce?

  Devotion, spiritual connection, and idealized love
• What are the key differences in the portrayal of love in "Valentine" and "Sonnet 43"?

  • "Valentine":
  • Subverts traditional romantic ideals
  • Uses the metaphor of an onion
  • Emphasizes complexity and realism
  • "Sonnet 43":
  • Employs traditional sonnet form
  • Expresses elevated and idealized love
  • Reflects devotion and spiritual connection
• What are the main contributions of "Valentine" and "Sonnet 43" to the literary portrayal of love?

  • "Valentine":
  • Redefines romantic relationships
  • Presents love as multilayered and complex
  • "Sonnet 43":
  • Elevates love to a noble pursuit
  • Explores the depth and intensity of affection