2. Sonnet
the sonnet is a fourteen-line poem
written in iambic pentameter,
employing one of several rhyme
schemes, and adhering to a tightly
structured thematic organization.
The name is taken from the Italian
sonetto, which means “a little sound
or song.”
3. Types of sonnet
two major types of sonnets are
.Petrarchan (or Italian)
. Shakespearean (or English or
Elizabethan).
4. intro to poet:
William Wordsworth (1770–1850) was a
prominent English Romantic poet known
for his lyrical and nature-inspired works.
Alongside Samuel Taylor Coleridge, he co-
authored "Lyrical Ballads," a seminal
collection that marked the beginning of the
Romantic literary movement.
5. Wordsworth's poetry often celebrated the beauty
of the natural world, emphasizing the sublime
and the ordinary. His famous poem "I Wandered
Lonely as a Cloud" reflects his deep connection to
nature, a recurring theme in his body of work.
Wordsworth's influence on Romantic literature
and his exploration of human emotions and the
sublime have left a lasting impact on English
poetry
6. Analysis of Literary Devices in “Composed upon
Westminster Bridge”
literary devices are tools that represent the writers’
ideas, feelings, and emotions. It is through these
devices that the writers make their few words
appealing to the readers. Wordsworth has also used
some literary devices in this poem to make it appealing.
The analysis of some of the literary devices used in this
poem has been given below.
7. Assonance: Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds in the same
line. For example, the sound of /o/ in “Dull would he be of soul who
could pass by” and the sound of /i/ in “All bright and glittering in the
smokeless air.”
Consonance: Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds in the
same line such as the sound of /l/ in “splendour, valley, rock, or hill;”
and the sound of /h/ in “And all that mighty heart” and /s/ sound in
“Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie.”
Enjambment: It is defined as a thought in verse that does not come to
an end at a line break; instead, it rolls over to the next line.
For example,“Dull would he be of soul who could pass byA sight so
touching in its majesty.”
8. Imagery: Imagery is used to make readers perceive things involving their
five senses. For example, “The river glideth at his own sweet will” and
“This City now doth, like a garment, wear.”
Personification: Personification is to give human qualities to inanimate
objects. In the fourth line “This City now doth, like a garment, wear”, the
city is personified.
Simile: It is a figure of speech used to compare an object or persons with
something else to make the meanings clear to the readers. For example,
“This City now doth, like a garment, wear
Hyperbole: Hyperbole is a device used to exaggerate a statement for the
sake of emphasis. Wordsworth has used this device in the opening lines
poem as he exaggerates about the beauty of London city. For
example,“Earth has not any thing to show more fair:Dull would he be of
soul who couldpass by.”
9. AnalysBridge”is of the Poetic Devices in “Composed upon
Westminster bridge
Poetic and literary devices are the same, but a few are used only in
poetry. Here is the analysis of some of the poetic devices used in
this poem.
End Rhyme: End Rhyme is used to make the stanza melodious.
For example, “hill/will”, “deep/asleep” and “by/sky.”
Iambic Pentameter: It is a type of meter having five iambs per line. The
poem follows iambic pentameter such as; “And all that mighty heart is
lying still!”
Rhyme Scheme: The poem follows the ABAB rhyme scheme, and this
pattern continues to the end.
10. Sonnet: A sonnet is a fourteen lined poem usually
written in iambic pentameter. This Petrarchan sonnet
consists of one octave and one sestet.
11. Analysis of "Composed Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3,
1802"A critical analysis of "Composed Upon Westminster Bridge,
September 3, 1802" is that the poet describes London as the most
majestic place in the world: "Earth has not any thing to show
more fair." The capital is a place of manufactured structures:
"Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples." These buildings
are set on a natural backdrop of a clear day with good weather:
"Open unto the fields, and to the sky / All bright and glittering in
the smokeless air / Never did sun more beautifully steep / In his
first splendour, valley, rock, or hill."
" Although the city lacks people at this moment, it appears to be
alive.Most interesting are the last two lines where the poet tells
God that he notices that not the people, but the buildings
12. and the land are, at this moment, resting: "the very houses seem asleep
/ And all that mighty heart is lying still!" Wordsworth writes that the
structures and nature are as important as the people in making a place
great. The natural place, the buildings, and the people become one
here. If the people are sleeping, the city is sleeping. If the sky above and
the river below are calm, the city is calm
"Composed Upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802" is that
when people like the place they are at, they will experience deep
or even surreal feelings for it. The poet, at this moment, watches
over the city as if it is a person he can admir
13. Theme of the poem
"Composed Upon Westminster Bridge" by William Wordsworth,
consider including visuals of the iconic Westminster Bridge and the
cityscape. Use quotes from the poem to highlight themes like the
beauty of nature in an urban setting, the tranquility of the morning,
and the poet's admiration for the scene. You can also include
images of London from that era to provide historical context. Use a
simple and elegant design to complement the poem's
contemplative tone.Slides for theme of poem. Composed on
Westminster bridge by William words worthPpt slides infoSlide
14. 1: Title
"Composed Upon Westminster Bridge"Subtitle: A Poetic Journey through
Urban BeautySlide
2: Introduction
Brief overview of William Wordsworth and the poemDate of composition
and historical contextSlide
3: Poem Excerpt 1
Include the opening lines of the poemVisual: Image of Westminster
Bridge and the morning sceneSlide
4: Theme - Nature in the City
Quote: "Earth has not anything to show more fair"Visual: Contrast
between natural beauty and urban settingSlide
15. 6: Theme - Complimenting Cityscape
Quote: "Open unto the fields, and to the sky;"Visual: Picturesque view
of the city and open spacesSlide
7: Historical Context
Images of London in the early 19th centuryBrief historical facts related
to the city at that timeSlide
8: Poem Excerpt 2
Include a significant excerpt that captures the essence of the
poemVisual: Evocative imagery from the poemSlide
5: Theme - Tranquility of Morning
Quote: "This City now doth, like a garment, wear / The beauty of the
morning"Visual: Calm morning scene, possibly with sunriseSlide
16. 9: Theme - Wordsworth's Admiration
Quote: "Dull would he be of soul who could pass by / A sight so
touching in its majesty:
"Visual: Image reflecting the poet's emotional responseSlide
10: Conclusion
Summarize key themes and the impact of the poemEncourage
reflection on the urban beauty celebrated in Wordsworth's verses
17. Punctuation is the use of symbols such as full stops or periods,
commas, or question marks to divide written words into
sentences and clauses.
Punctuation
Types of