draw some conclusions about the fresh vitality that the Metaphysical poets

brought to their art

The imagery used in 'To His Coy Mistress' can be contrasted in different parts of the poem. On the whole the poem can be divided into 3 parts. The first uses imagery in a positive manner to describe his love for the women. An example of this is, "My vegetable love should grow". The second part of the poem makes use of language that is very intense. An example of this is, "...then worms should try/ That long preserved virginity." The Third part of the poem uses imagery that is very passionate. An example of this is, " like amorous birds of prey".

The use of imagery in 'The Sun Rising' can be contrasted to the use imagery in 'To His Coy Mistress'. In 'The Sun Mistress' the imagery is used

The reason why poets such as Andrew Marvell and John Donne are so refreshing is because their poems are of a metaphysical nature. Marvell's and Donne's poems where based on things other than of a physical nature. Also the imagery used in both of these poems is original and give the readers a new perspective. Who would have thought of the interaction of the sun's rays on earth as works of "art". In comparison the way Marvell describes time as a "winged Chariot" is also refreshing. The imagery used in the poems are very good at creating a picture in the mind of the reader so that ideas and feeling are conveyed more vividly.

in a consistent manner as to reflect John Donne's fondness for the sun. An example of how the sun makes shim feel is, "Shine hereto us, and thou art everywhere".

Here Marvell is using a very visual image to describe something that can never be seen. This adds to the impact of this image bec

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