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Posted by ephriamgadsby on June 26, 19100 at 10:44:45:
In Reply to: Mythology in T.S. Eliot's poetry posted by Andii on June 25, 19100 at 01:07:34:
Sounds like a rather tall order! Basically, I would ask you--what are you considering "mythology?" Are you speaking merely of the systems of gods of the Greeks, Romans, Norsemen, etc., or do you count the allusions to Scripture as mythological?
And I would argue from the point of view that Eliot is using mythological references and allusions to clarify. I think that Eliot has some very distinct images that he wants us to see in his poetry. Each poem seems to move from image to image, like a film reel, and we are left to connect the scenes together. I think he uses his allusions to help us arrive at the same place he has arrived; by showing us an image that we both know and both see similarly, we understand his poetry much better. He provides for us common ground through these allusions. Does that help any? It's probably covering ground you've already been through.
: Hi folks,
: Has anyone got any ideas on the role of mythology in T.S. Eliot's poetry? I am writing a dissertation on it, and have got stuck on one track, so am searching desperately for some fresh ideas...HELP!!! Particularly helpful would be any responses to the argument on whether myth and legend obscures or clarifies Eliot's message...I am writing about all of his poems, so anything goes! It would be the biggest help if anyone has any ideas, I would be eternally grateful.
: Bye!