Understanding the poem 'The Jewellery Maker'
I can understand how Parker presents the craft of the jewellery maker.
Understanding the poem 'The Jewellery Maker'
I can understand how Parker presents the craft of the jewellery maker.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The craft of the jewellery maker is implied to be precise, focused and potentially dangerous.
- ‘The Jewellery Maker’ tells the narrative of an old man who makes beautiful jewellery in the sweltering heat.
- The jewellery maker dreams of giving his creations to his wife, but instead they are bought by rich women.
Common misconception
Context has to be a specific historical event or fact.
Considering the themes in the poet's other work is a valuable consideration of context.
Keywords
Deft - neatly skilful and quick in one's movements
Craft - an activity involving skill in making things by hand
Heritage - the history, traditions, practices, etc. of a particular country, society
Marginalised - to be treated as if you are not important, peripheral and isolated
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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