IMPORTANT QUESTION OF MEG-09 Block-2 Nineteenth Century Australian Poetry
What are the specific aspects of Harpur’s contribution to the growth and development of Australian poetry?
Do you think ‘The Bush Fire’ is representative of Harpur’s poetic achievement? Give reasons with illustrations in defence of your answer. Attempt an analysis of the social situation that might have led to the emergence of woman’s poetry in Australia during the nineteenth century.
Do you find Cambridge’s poetry is capable of handling and projecting anti – establishment ideas on poverty and woman’s subjugation? Answer with illustrations.
Do you think that Wentworth has been able to project a vivid picture of Sydney in Australasia?
Do you think Australasia can still be read with pleasure and curiosity? What are the most attractive features of Australasia?
