How does the idea of the monster / supernatural evolve throughout the time periods and works we’ve studied this year
a sentence or two - general, interesting statement about the topic
Connecting Sentence(s) - could be background information about your topic
the argument you are making about your topic
3 MAIN POINTS
The tyger
The lamb
The chimney sweeper
Coolridge samuel taylor
The rime of ancient mariner
Kubla khan the rime of the ancient mariner
Frankenstein
5 work cite pages MLA format
followed by 5 in-text citation in proper MLA format
The idea of the monster/supernatural evolves throughout the time periods and works we've studied this year, showcasing a shift from fearsome creatures to more complex and empathetic portrayals of the supernatural.
Throughout history, the monster in literature has evolved from being a symbol of fear and evil to a more nuanced and empathetic portrayal, reflecting changing societal attitudes towards the unknown and Other.
In William Blake's "The Tyger," the monstrous creature represents primordial power and darkness, while in "The Lamb," the supernatural is portrayed as innocent and gentle.
Coleridge's "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" blurs the lines between the natural and supernatural, exploring themes of guilt and redemption through the haunting presence of the albatross and the ghostly ship.
Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" challenges traditional notions of monstrosity by portraying the creature as a complex and tragic figure, highlighting the dangers of playing god and the consequences of societal alienation.
In Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "Kubla Khan," the supernatural is depicted as a source of inspiration and creativity, blurring the boundaries between reality and imagination.
Works Cited:
Blake, William. "The Tyger." Songs of Experience. London: W. Blake, 1794.
Shelley, Mary. Frankenstein. London: Lackington, Hughes, Harding, Mavor & Jones, 1818.
Coleridge, Samuel Taylor. "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner." Lyrical Ballads. London: J. & A. Arch, 1798.
Coleridge, Samuel Taylor. "Kubla Khan." Christabel; Kubla Khan, a Vision; the Pains of Sleep. London: J. Murray, 1816.
In-text Citations:
(Blake)
(Shelley)
(Coleridge)
(Coleridge)