English Literature and Language

  Dylan Thomas – The Voice of Neo-Romanticism About the Author Dylan Marlais Thomas (1914–1953) was a Welsh poet and writer whose lyrical intensity and vivid imagery made him one of the most celebrated poets of the 20th century. Born in Swansea, Wales, Thomas began writing poetry as a teenager, producing much of his acclaimed work by age 21. Known for his mesmerizing public readings—particularly in America—and his contributions to BBC radio, Thomas’s life was marked by both artistic brilliance and personal struggles, including alcoholism, which led to his untimely death at 39. Key Influences: Early Exposure: Inspired by nursery rhymes, the Bible, and Romantic poets like Keats and Wordsworth. Literary Style: Blended surrealism, metaphysical imagery, and musicality, influenced by Gerard Manley Hopkins. Major Works: Deaths and Entrances (1946), Under Milk Wood (1954), and the villanelle Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night . Critical Analysis Dylan Thomas' "A Refusal to ...

  Summary of  "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" Introduction T.S. Eliot remains one of the most influential poets of the 20th century, renowned for his innovative contributions to modernist poetry. This newsletter delves into his life, views on poetry, and a close examination of his seminal work, "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock." T.S. Eliot: A Literary Titan Life and Legacy : Born on 26 September 1888 in St. Louis, Missouri, Eliot later settled in Britain, becoming a British citizen in 1927. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature (1948) and the Order of Merit for his transformative impact on poetry. Died on 4 January 1965 , leaving behind a legacy as a poet, playwright, and critic. Key Works : The Waste Land (1922) The Hollow Men (1925) Ash Wednesday (1930) Four Quartets (1943) Murder in the Cathedral (1935) Philosophy on Poetry : Believed poetry should reflect the complexities of modern civilization . Emphasized the poet’s duty to preserve and ex...