Non-conformity isn’t just present in literature from the 19th
century; it’s also present in literature today!
Take the poem “The Nonconformist” by Donald Davie for an example. In
this poem Davie’s main point is that conforming to society and other people is
easily done. It is pointed out that a true
nonconformist does the opposite of what is expected of him, when conforming
seems like the easiest option you should “dissent, and when it is most
difficult, conform.” This modern reference to a common theme
present in 19th century literature proves that the theme of
nonconformity is not dead yet and is still very relevant to life today.
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ReplyDeleteNon-conformity isn’t just present in literature from the 19th century; it’s also present in literature today! Take the poem “The Nonconformist” by Donald Davie for an example. In this poem Davie’s main point is that conforming to society and other people is easily done. It is pointed out that a true nonconformist does the opposite of what is expected of him, when conforming seems like the easiest option you should “dissent, and when it is most difficult, conform.” This modern reference to a common theme present in 19th century literature proves that the theme of nonconformity is not dead yet and is still very relevant to life today.
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DeleteThe link to the actual poem: http://www.poetryfoundation.org/poem/242244
ReplyDeleteYa I agree but I feel like Davie is trying to make the point that the "true nonconformist" doesn't always do what is expected of him but, lives by his own moral code and isn't afraid to do what he believes is right.
ReplyDeleteI think that since this poem is saying a lot of the same things as the other texts, except for in a different period. this shows that these poems and texts are relevant.
ReplyDeleteIf 19th century writers say the same thing as modern writers that are specifically speaking to us, then the 19th century ones are also relevant
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