Analysis Of The Poem Ozymandias By Percy Bysshe Shelley

Week One In the first week of scholarship we began with an introduction to the module. I understood that the module focuses on helping us to develop various skills, such as study skills, research skills, and how to work at a degree level in general. This will be helpful because I can learn new skills and develop my current skills, which will be beneficial for my improvement as I progress through my degree. We also looked at the poem ‘Ozymandias’ by Percy Bysshe Shelley. What I took from the poem, and what we agreed on, was that the overall theme of the poem was destruction and how things change over time. What I found fascinating was the variety of opinions that my classmates had; some of the ideas presented were intriguing and though-provoking, such as the fact that there could be more than one voice in the poem. This has inspired me to look deeper when analysing a piece of literature in order to discover meanings which are not as obvious at a first glance. Week Two The topic of this week was writing skills. One quote especially stood out to me from the class PowerPoint from Enrique Jardiel Poncela, â€Å"When writing can be read without effort, great effort has gone into its writing.† (Class Presentation). To me, this shows that writing is not as easy as it seems; it takes a large amount of effort to produce a written piece that is both good and enjoyable, and unfortunately I do not often appreciate this when reading. After discussing what good writing skills consist of, IShow MoreRelatedAnalysis Of The Poem Ozymandias By Percy Bysshe Shelley1373 Words   |  6 Pagesand the destruction of the Persian Empire by Alexander the Great are all vivid examples of opulence being crushed by fate. In the poem â€Å"Ozymandias†, by Percy Bysshe Shelley, through the use of symbols, several alliterations, repetitive end rhyme and iambic pentameter the vanity found in human works and the futility of opulence and power is displayed. All throughout the poem is this vanity present as a traveler describes the destroyed stone figure, which at some point represented magnificence and powerRead MoreHow the Poem Ozymandias Highlights the Fundamental Issue in the Film Watchmen1255 Words   |  6 Pages Percy Shelley, â€Å"Ozymandias† This is a profound statement ascribed to one of the most powerful pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Yet, as Percy Shelly writes, the â€Å"works,† due to the sands of time, have vanished – â€Å"of that colossal wreck†¦ the long and level sands stretch far away† (13-14). At his zenith, Ozymandias believed his empire was timeless and would inspire â€Å"despair† in all those who labored to match his accomplishments. But the monuments, his self-praising idols, and, in sum, his empire have allRead MoreOzymandias Analysis1261 Words   |  6 PagesAnalysis of â€Å"Ozymandias† The poem â€Å"Ozymandias† is considered one of Percy Bysshe Shelley’s best sonnets. 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In the poem â€Å"Ozymandias†, by Percy Bysshe Shelley, through the use of symbols, several alliterations, repetitive end rhyme and iambic pentameter the vanity found in human works and the futility of opulence and power is displayed. All throughout the poem is this vanity present as a traveler describes the destroyed stone figure, which at some point represented magnificence and power. All the elements stated above contribute directly to the discovery of such mischievous vanity. The first example that reveals the inevitable tragedy of oblivion that overcomes every human work is a symbol found i n the second line of the poem. A decaying statue of a pharaoh is compared to the vanity that consumes all human desire for longevity, power, and opulence that showcases greatness. In line 2, the â€Å"two vast and trunkless legs of stone† carry a profound significance in order to establish a link between human desires and their fragile nature. The connotation of this phrase bestows a tangible sense of futility upon every magnificent deed and human work. The vastness of the two legs does not impede theirShow MoreRelatedAnalysis Of The Poem Ozymandias By Percy Bysshe Shelley1371 Words   |  6 Pagesas I progress through my degree. We also looked at the poem ‘Ozymandias’ by Percy Bysshe Shelley. What I took from the poem, and what we agreed on, was that the overall theme of the poem was destruction and how things change over time. What I found fascinating was the variety of opinions that my classmates had; some of the ideas presented were intriguing and though-provoking, such as the fact that there could be more than one voice in the poem. This has inspired me to look deeper when analysing aRead MoreHow the Poem Ozymandias Highlights the Fundamental Issue in the Film Watchmen1255 Words   |  6 Pages Percy Shelley, â€Å"Ozymandias† This is a profound statement ascribed to one of the most powerful pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Yet, as Percy Shelly writes, the â€Å"works,† due to the sands of time, have vanished – â€Å"of that colossal wreck†¦ the long and level sands stretch far away† (13-14). At his zenith, Ozymandias believed his empire was timeless and would inspire â€Å"despair† in all those who labored to match his accomplishments. But the monuments, his self-praising idols, and, in sum, his empire have allRead MoreOzymandias Analysis1261 Words   |  6 PagesAnalysis of â€Å"Ozymandias† The poem â€Å"Ozymandias† is considered one of Percy Bysshe Shelley’s best sonnets. It was written in 1817 and is still recognized today as its meaning still holds true. â€Å"Ozymandias† illustrates the fall of power and mortality through a once powerful king. This is shown through the pride of the king, the tyranny that the king ruled by, and the transience of his ruling and empire. The king Ozymandias has a great amount of pride for what he has accomplished during his timeRead MoreAnalysis Of The Poem Ozymandias 1512 Words   |  7 PagesIn 1818, Percy Bysshe Shelley wrote Ozymandias, which is a highly complex yet compact poem. The historical context of the poem is important to consider when analyzing the poem for underlying perspectives. Johnstone Parr, an author that contributed to Keats-Shelley Journal, analyzed the poem for historical influences, and learned the following: â€Å"The ultimate source of information concerning Ozymandias is the account in Diodorus Siculus’ Biliotheca Historica (first century B.C.). Diodurus remarks thatRead MoreEssay on The Politics of Percy Shelley2323 Words   |  10 PagesThe Politics of Percy Shelley      Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚  Ã‚   Following the French Revolution and Napoleonic wars, Europe was left torn by economic decline, political turmoil, and uncertainty. Out of these events sprang writers who saw it as their duty to ease the social and political dilemmas through their inspirational writings. One of these Nineteenth century writers was Percy Shelley, who is known for the revolutionary and defiant ideas he expressed in his works. Many of his writings such as A Song: MenRead MoreAnalysis of I wondered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth1309 Words   |  6 PagesIn vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my hearth with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils. Analysis: Wordsworth had nature as his religion, and that was the main theme of his work and also a characteristic of romanticism. And it’s also very clear on this poem. As literary devices, we have Alliteration on the second line of the first stanza, alliteration and assonance on the fifth line of the first stanza and personificationRead MoreThe Road Not Taken By Robert Frost1221 Words   |  5 Pagesis a dynamic and deep poem orchestrated to perfection. However, equal to its acclaim, is the misunderstanding of the poem. A piece of literature of this stature deserves to be under the microscope of our classes critical discussions. I believe that the time would be beneficial to everyone. Giving a breath of fresh air to a poem that has been abused by Hallmark cards for decades. Room should be made for the inclusion of this outstanding literature. In the opinion of this poem having literary meritRead More An Analysis Of British Literature Essay2728 Words   |  11 Pages An Analysis of British Literature nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;Death is inevitable and what happens after death will always be a mystery to the living. For this reason, the afterlife has always been a topic which artists have chosen to explore in their works. Throughout the chronology of British literature, artists have used societys views as a basis to examine the afterlife, and look at it in new ways. The afterlife has been a theme in British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon period of Beowulf