Exploring the Poetry and Philosophical Themes of T.S. Eliot
Delve into the world of renowned poet T.S. Eliot through his works, themes, and influences, including discussions on modernism, spirituality, and existentialism. Discover the profound connections to literature, philosophy, and Indian philosophy, offering insights into Eliot's unique contributions to the literary landscape.
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T S Eliot - Seema C
Let us go then, you and I, When the evening is spread out against the sky Question: What could the poem be about? Activity: Supply the next few lines
T S Elloit (1888-1965) Poet: Name a poem/ collection by him Essayist: Give his contribution to literary criticism dissociation of sense Playwright: Name a play by him Editor: Criterion SPOT THE ERRORS IN THE SLIDE!
Features Ennui-a French word an English situation Isolation Fragmentation The aporia between thought and action Animal Imagery-scuttling, slinking Questions: What is Aporia? Do these features express Modernism? Locate the words used to describe animal imagery in his poems
Eliots Indian Connection: The Bhagvad-Gita Four Quartets: Time present and time past Are both perhaps present in time future And time future contained in time past Question: How does this connect to postmodernism?
Themes Describes the spiritual and psychological challenges to the human soul Question: Does it deal with Good vs Evil? Omens, portents, visions Question: Is there a vision of the future? Retribution and redemption Question: Eyes in The Hollow Men-Is there redemption Hints at existential nature of human existence
Links: The Voice of T S Eliot-Refer upload Author: Charles Sanders Language in T S Eliot-Refer Upload Author: Danial Harris Magnum Opus-Refer Upload: The Wasteland Religion and Eliot-Refer Upload-The Hippopotamus
