Have you heard of the type of poetry and literature known as parody
? Not sure what it is exactly? In this class, I’ll explain what parody is by showing you an example of a poem that is a parody. This is where one writer takes an earlier, well-known piece of literature, and imitates it in a humorous way. So basically, it’s a literary joke! My example comes from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, by the famous Victorian writer, Lewis Carroll. I hope you enjoy it! If you do, make sure to watch more of my poetry & literature series of classes.
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Thanks Gill !
Good afternoon. I have not read these poems before and you interested me in these authors, their biographies, works as all your previous videos. I learned something new about English Poetry and Literature. Thank you Gill. I noticed a funny moment, the negative hero is a crocodile (mentioned as him) and the positive one is a bee (she). Is this an accident, the thoughts of the authors or a feature of the English language? I think it’s a little unfair. I’m waiting for your new videos.
Very good comment of Alexai and I just add “thank you”, Gill.
Thanks Gill. I will read both poems with my daughters
Thanks for the lesson
Thanks for the lesson