vividly evident through the study of Donne's poetry, and in particular his

works; "The Relique", "The Sunne Rising" and "A Valediction: forbidding

Donne utilizes a focus concept throughout his array of poetic works, and

maintains his audiences attention through the exploration of those concepts.

Various thematic settings are applied to convey the intended thought, and

provide a base on which Donne builds his exploration of ideas. With a vast

array of imagery and conceits combined, Donne manages to produce

imaginative exploration of his intended concepts.

Through the study of "The Relique", it is clearly evident that Donne's

use of imagery is essential to the audiences understanding of the ideas

imaginative nucleus of his poet works. This is clearly evident after an

the central focus of this poem. This again supports the statement that ideas are

"The Sunne Rising" also utilizes conceits to express the ideas that are the

as the center of the universe. When the two lovers are disturbed by the sun

forbidding mourning" represents, "The Sunne Rising" is a self centered conceit.

the imaginative core of Donnes poetry.

Through an extensive study of John Donnes poetry and, in particular,

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