The poems "Mariana" by Alfred Lord Tennyson and "Cousin Kate" by Christiana Rosetti both reflect women inequitable societal roles in 19th century England. An analysis of the literature techniques used in each poem
The two poems 'Mariana' by Alfred Lord Tennyson and 'Cousin Kate' by Christiana Rosetti both reflect women inequitable position in the nineteenth century; they both use literal techniques to denote this but in diverse styles.
Alfred Lord Tennyson was the most famous poet in the Victorian period; he was recognised as a great poet for his philosophical use of language and mastery of technique. He produced many of his most famous pieces in 1882 including 'The Lady of Shallot'; he was then created a baron in 1884. 'Mariana' is referred to in 'Measure for Measure' by William Shakespeare.
The poem expresses Marianas cold, suicidal character; this impression is build by the technique of using inanimate objects of life to convey her emotion. The use of mysterious and subjective adjectives create a negative and depressive atmosphere; such.....
