This blog post is response of thinking activity which assigned by Dr. Dilip Barad Sir.
Hello ! I am Kavita Chauhan , here I am going to write Blog on Comparative analysis of very well known English poets as a Chaucer, Spenser and Shakespeare as a part of the Thinking activity about that's three of them . here I discuss about compression of three poets in history of literature.
∆ Comparative analysis of Chaucer, Spenser and Shakespeare as a poets:-
(A). Now we get some brief introduction of the three poets Chaucer, Spenser and Shakespeare .
- Geoffrey Chaucer:-( 14th century)
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Born:- 1340 London England
Death:- 1400 London England ( westminster Abbey
Geoffrey Chaucer is well known English poet and he is often referred to as the "father of English literature "and English poetry.
He wrote middle English and best known for " The Canterbury tales ", a collection of stories that offer's a snapshot of mediaeval society.
His writing showcased his deep observation of human behaviour, social satire and the use of different narrative voices.
Chaucer 's language can be challenging to morden readers due to its archaic vocabulary.
2 .Edmund Spenser:- ( 16th century)
Born:- 1552 London England
Death:- 1599 London England westminster Abbey
Spenser known as "poet's poet " .
He is known for his epic poem "The faerie Queene",which is considered one of the greatest achievement in English literature.
Second is "the shepherd calendar" in talk about 12 eclogues every part is different months name in sesion change, written by pen named Immerito.
Written in more refind and elaborate style compared to Chaucer, Spenser'S work is allegorical and and explores moral, political and religious themes.
His use of complex allegory and rich imagery making his poetry distanct.
Spenser's language is closer to modern English compared to Chaucer 's , but it still contains some archaic elements.
3. William Shakespeare:- ( 16th -17th centuries)
Born:- 1564 England
Death:- 1616 England
William Shakespeare known as the "Bard of Avan" and national poet of England.
Shakespeare is perhaps the most famous plywirght and poet in the English language.aslo belong Elizabethan &jacobean era .
He wrote a diverse range of works, including plays and sonnets.
His poetry is characterized by its emotional deapth , exploration of human nature and mastery of language.
Shakespeare's sonnets,in particular, delve in to themes of love, time, beauty and mortality.
His language is more accessible to modern readers than Chaucer's or even Spenser's.
(B) Comparison between Chaucer and Spencer:-
Geoffrey Chaucer and Edmund Spenser were both influential English poets, but they lived in different centuries and their works represent distinct periods of English literature.
Chaucer is known for his Middle English works, including "The Canterbury Tales," which is a collection of stories told by pilgrims.
Spenser, on the other hand, is associated with the Elizabethan era and is known for his epic poem "The Faerie Queene." While both poets contributed to the development of English poetry, their styles, themes, and literary contexts differ significantly.
(C) Camporsion between Spenser and Shakespeare :-
Edmund Spenser and William Shakespeare were two of the most significant English poets of the Renaissance era, but their styles, themes, and approaches to poetry differ in several ways:
1. Style and Form:
Spenser: Spenser is known for his elaborate and ornate style. His epic poem "The Faerie Queene" is written in a complex stanza form called Spenserian stanza, which consists of nine lines (eight lines of iambic pentameter followed by one line of hexameter). His poetry is characterized by rich imagery, allegory, and carefully crafted language
Shakespeare: Shakespeare's poetry, including his sonnets, is known for its emotional depth and mastery of language. His sonnets follow the Shakespearean sonnet form, consisting of three quatrains followed by a final rhymed couplet. His language is more direct and colloquial, often focusing on the complexities of human emotions and experiences.
2. Themes:
Spenser: Spenser's poetry often explores moral, political, and religious themes through allegory. "The Faerie Queene" is an allegorical work that addresses virtues, vices, and the struggles of knights. His themes are often intertwined with his allegorical storytelling.
Shakespeare: Shakespeare's poetry delves into a wide range of themes, including love, time, beauty, mortality, jealousy, and the complexities of human relationships. His sonnets, in particular, explore the intricacies of love and desire
3. Imagery:
Spenser: Spenser's poetry is known for its lush and detailed imagery. He creates vivid descriptions of landscapes, characters, and allegorical elements in "The Faerie Queene," contributing to the rich tapestry of his narrative.
Shakespeare: Shakespeare's poetry also employs vivid imagery, but it often focuses on the emotional and psychological states of characters. His imagery serves to enhance the reader's or audience's understanding of the characters' inner thoughts and motivations.
4. Approach to Love:
Spenser: In his epic poem, Spenser's treatment of love is often idealized and allegorical, reflecting the chivalric code of his time. Love is often depicted as a noble and virtuous force.
Shakespeare: Shakespeare's treatment of love is more varied and nuanced. His sonnets explore both the idealized and realistic aspects of love, encompassing themes of passion, infatuation, jealousy, and the passage of time.
In essence, while both Spenser and Shakespeare were brilliant poets of their time, they had distinct styles and approaches to poetry.
Spenser's work is characterized by allegory, elaborate language, and intricate structure, while Shakespeare's poetry is emotionally resonant, with a focus on human experience and relationships
(D) Comparison between Chaucer & Shakespeare:-
Geoffrey Chaucer and William Shakespeare are both renowned English writers, but they lived in different time periods and had distinct styles.
Chaucer, active in the 14th century, is often referred to as the "Father of English Literature" due to his influential work "The Canterbury Tales," which showcased diverse characters and their stories in During the middle English period.
Shakespeare, who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, is celebrated for his plays and sonnets. His works, such as "Hamlet," "Romeo and Juliet," and "Macbeth," are known for their exploration of human nature, intricate characters, and profound themes in during the English Renaissance.
Chaucer: Besides "The Canterbury Tales," he wrote shorter poems like "Troilus and Criseyde" and "The Book of the Duchess."
Shakespeare: Wrote numerous plays, including tragedies like "Hamlet," "Macbeth," and "Othello," comedies like "Twelfth Night," and histories like "Henry IV" and "Henry V." He also composed 154 sonnets
Both are most significant role of the role of English literature and language.
∆ Sum up:-
At finally concluding the answer comparitve analysis of the three great poets as a Chaucer, Spenser and shakespere are prominent English poets each contributing to different eras and styles of poetry, Chaucer 's poetry is medieval era
and Spenser and shakespere are Elizabethan era and Renaissance.
• Work cited :-
-https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki,
- wikipedia Image,
- British library,
- study Lover Kapil Gauswami youtube channel,
- Divya sheta's blog,
-history of literature by adward alberbt.
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