Living space by Imtiaz Dharker Flashcards
When was living space published
1997
Where is Imtiaz Dharker from
Mumbai and the UK also lived in Scotland
where was she born
Pakistan
what type of poet is she
Contemporary
facts about this poet
daker uses her multicultural perspective throughout her writing
she is a poet artist and film maker
she raises awareness of how people in other cultures live
what are the key themes in this poem
Mumbai slums
population density
poverty
different types of living space(different conditions)
power
place
man
how would you analyse the structure in the first stanza
enjambment reflects the lack of straight lines in the slums
how would you describe the structure in stanza 2
reflects the packed living space in the slums
tiny stanza squeezed between two larger stanzas reflecting the packed conditions of the slums
Analyse the title living space
The lack of the emotional connection or fondness explicitly not a home
the lack of attachment to the space because it is not homely
summary of living space
An observer describes the Mumbai slums. pointing out the precariousness of their structure.
Focus in on single dwelling places which bring hope. In spite of the horrific conditions, faith and hope is what keeps them positive (strive towards a better future)
what is the mood of the poem
starts of critical as it points out how dangerously constructed the slums are.
then as the poem progresses it moves to a happier brighter tone with more hope.
Motivation behind the poem
to highlight the poor living conditions experienced by anonymous millions living in Mumbai slums. Acknowledge those who ae less fortunate and struggling
