Analysing the poem 'Like an Heiress'
I can explain how Nichols uses language, form and structure to explain her viewpoint.
Analysing the poem 'Like an Heiress'
I can explain how Nichols uses language, form and structure to explain her viewpoint.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Nichols’ personification of nature may be to heighten the unjust treatment of nature by humanity.
- The link to the sonnet form through the length may be to show the love that the speaker has for nature and her heritage.
- However, the lack of adherence to the sonnet form may show that humanity itself doesn’t love nature.
- It may also be representative of the disconnect the speaker feels towards her home.
- The irregularity of the poem may be indicative of the uncertainty towards the planet’s future.
Common misconception
If a poet doesn't conform to a poetic form then they are rejecting it.
By not using a particular poetic form, or subverting a poetic form, a poet may be critiquing a certain expectation or making a certain comment on society.
Keywords
Ironic - an ironic situation in which something has the opposite effect of the one intended.
Anthropogenic - relating to, or resulting from the influence of human beings on nature.
Sonnet - a poetic form consisting of 14 lines, written in iambic pentameter, typically on the topic of love.
Lament - a passionate expression of grief or sorrow.
Volta - the turn of thought or argument in the sonnet form.
Equipment
You will need a copy of the AQA Worlds and Lives anthology.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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