Afternoons Flashcards

1
Q

What does Larkin express

A

Wistful yearning for traditional England.

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2
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Iambic rhythm

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Lyrical beauty, appreciation? Mimics King james bible. Appreciation of verse

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3
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Context

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  • Post war period of austerity
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4
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Debate

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  • Condemnatory of working class lives

- Celebration of intimate nostalgic love

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