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How does the idea of the monster / supernatural evolve throughout the time periods and works we’ve studied this year
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The tyger
The lamb
The chimney sweeper
Coolridge samuel taylor
The rime of ancient mariner
Kubla khan the rime of the ancient mariner
Frankenstein
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Works Cited
Blake, William. "The Tyger." The Norton Anthology of Poetry. Edited by Margaret Ferguson et al., 6th ed., W.W. Norton & Company, 2018, pp. 26-27.
Coolridge, Samuel Taylor. "The Rime of Ancient Mariner." The Norton Anthology of Poetry. Edited by Margaret Ferguson et al., 6th ed., W.W. Norton & Company, 2018, pp. 346-372.
Shelley, Mary. Frankenstein. Signet Classics, 2018.
Shelley, Percy Bysshe. "Ozymandias." The Norton Anthology of Poetry. Edited by Margaret Ferguson et al., 6th ed., W.W. Norton & Company, 2018, p. 511.
Blake, William. "The Lamb." The Norton Anthology of Poetry. Edited by Margaret Ferguson et al., 6th ed., W.W. Norton & Company, 2018, p. 25.
In-text Citations
- ("The Tyger" 26)
- (Shelley 346)
- (Shelley, Frankenstein)
- (Shelley, "Ozymandias" 511)
- ("The Lamb" 25)
The evolution of the idea of the monster/supernatural has been a fascinating subject throughout the literature we have studied this year. From William Blake's exploration of the duality of nature in "The Tyger" and "The Lamb" to Mary Shelley's classic novel Frankenstein, the representation of monsters and supernatural beings has evolved over time, reflecting societal anxieties and changing perceptions.
One way in which the idea of the monster/supernatural evolves is through the portrayal of nature itself. In Blake's poem "The Tyger," the tiger is depicted as a fearsome and powerful creature, representing the darker aspects of nature. In contrast, in "The Lamb," the lamb symbolizes innocence and purity, highlighting the lighter side of nature. These contrasting representations show how the idea of the monster/supernatural can be interpreted in different ways.
Another way in which the idea of the monster/supernatural evolves is through the use of supernatural elements in works like Coolridge's "The Rime of Ancient Mariner." In this poem, the mariner encounters supernatural beings and experiences supernatural events that challenge his understanding of the world. These supernatural elements serve to question the boundaries between reality and fantasy, adding a layer of complexity to the theme of the monstrous and supernatural.
Lastly, in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, the idea of the monster is reimagined as a creation of man rather than a supernatural being. The monster in this novel is a product of scientific experimentation and human ambition, reflecting the anxieties of the Industrial Revolution and the consequences of playing god. Shelley's exploration of the monstrous within human nature highlights the shifting perceptions of what constitutes a monster.
In conclusion, the evolution of the idea of the monster/supernatural throughout the time periods and works we have studied this year reveals a deeper understanding of human fears, desires, and societal anxieties. By examining how the monster is portrayed in literature, we can learn valuable lessons about the complexities of human nature and the consequences of tampering with the natural order. The representation of monsters and supernatural beings serves as a reflection of our own fears and desires, provoking us to question our understanding of the world around us.