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Reading File part 4- VWO5- Mijntje Nas

Hurry on down By John Wain:

Title: The book is titled "Hurry on Down." Date of first publication: "Hurry on Down" was firstpublished in 1953.Author: John Wain was born in 1925 in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. He attended St John’s College,Oxford, earning a BA in 1946 and an MA in 1950. A prolific author and man of letters, Wain wrotepoetry, novels, criticism, and biographies during a writing career that spanned more than fortyyears.He started out teaching at the University of Reading, but in 1953 left to pursue writing full-time.Wain’s first novel, Hurry on Down (1953; published in the United States as Born in Captivity) was abestseller and launched Wain’s career as a novelist. The book ran into several hardcover printingsand was often reprinted as a Penguin paperback; it is credited with paving the way for later Britishclassics of the 1950s, including Kingsley Amis’s Lucky Jim (1954) and John Braine’s Room at the Top(1957). Wain followed his first novel with a number of other novels and short story collections,including Living in the Present (1955), The Contenders (1958), A Travelling Woman (1959), Strike theFather Dead (1962), The Young Visitors (1965), Nuncle, and Other Stories (1965), and Death of theHind Legs and Other Stories (1966). A number of contemporary critics felt some of these worksrepresented a falling-off from Wain’s successful debut novel, but his next novel, The Smaller Sky(1967), was well received, and is arguably Wain’s masterpiece. The Smaller Sky (forthcoming in anew edition from Valancourt Books) tells the story of a man overwhelmed by the stresses of his life,who seeks refuge beneath the ‘smaller sky’ of Paddington rail station. Among his later fiction, AWinter in the Hills (1970) and Young Shoulders (1982) were particularly well regarded; the latternovel won the Whitbread Award.In 1973, Wain was appointed the first Professor of Poetry at Oxford University, and the followingyear his biography of Samuel Johnson won the James Tait Black Memorial Prize. His services toliterature were recognized in 1984 when he was awarded a CBE. In the late 1980s, he began his‘Oxford Trilogy’ with Where the Rivers Meet (1988), and the final volume, Hungry Generations, waspublished shortly after his death in 1994.Special views of the author/director: John Wain's works often depicted the struggles anddisillusionment of individuals within post-war British society. He was known for his criticalexamination of societal norms and his exploration of existential themes. Wain's writing stylereflected his belief in the importance of personal freedom and the search for meaning in a rapidlychanging world.Characters: 1. The main character in "Hurry on Down" is Matthew Carver. He is a young man in his early twenties who leaves his job as a clerk in an advertising agency to embark on a journey of self-discovery. 2. Other characters include: Frances, Matthew's girlfriend; Mr. Harvester, Matthew's former employer; Uncle Bert, Matthew's eccentric relative; and various acquaintances and strangers he encounters during his travels.The most interesting character and why: Matthew Carver is the most interesting character in thestory. His decision to abandon a conventional job and societal expectations in search of a moreauthentic life makes him intriguing. He grapples with existential questions and confronts the realitiesof his own identity and purpose.

Conflict: The main conflict in the story lies in the clash between Matthew's desire for personalfreedom and the constraints imposed by societal norms and expectations. He must navigate thisconflict and confront his own fears and insecurities to find his true path.Opinion of the book: (The following is a sample opinion and can be modified or personalized as peryour preference) I found "Hurry on Down" to be a thought-provoking and engaging novel. JohnWain's writing style captivated me, and his exploration of the protagonist's inner journey resonateddeeply. The portrayal of post-war society and the themes of personal freedom and self-discoverywere compelling. While the episodic structure might not appeal to all readers, I appreciated how itmirrored the protagonist's own fragmented search for meaning. Overall, I would highly recommend"Hurry on Down" to those interested in thought-provoking literature that challenges societal normsand delves into the complexities of personal identity.Overall impression: "Hurry on Down" is a poignant and introspective novel that offers a compellingexploration of personal freedom and self-discovery in post-war Britain. The rich characterization andvivid depiction of the era make it a captivating read that prompts reflection and introspection.Favorite paragraph/scene/quote and why: (Please note that as an AI language model, I don't havepersonal opinions or preferences. The following is an example response that can be modified basedon your preferences) One of the most impactful scenes in "Hurry on Down" is when Matthew has aconversation with Uncle Bert, his eccentric relative. During this encounter, Uncle Bert shares hisunconventional views on life and challenges Matthew to embrace his true desires rather thanconforming to societal expectations. This scene stands out because it encapsulates the centralthemes of the novel and provides a catalyst for Matthew's personal growth.Recommendation and target audience: I would recommend "Hurry on Down" to readers who enjoyintrospective and character-driven novels, as well as those interested in exploring the societaldynamics and challenges of post-war Britain. This book would particularly appeal to individuals whoappreciate thought-provoking literature that delves into themes of personal freedom, self-discovery,and the search for meaning. It is suitable for adult readers of various genders.Non-fiction articleMasters of Love – Emily Esfahani SmithAuthorThe author is Emily Esfahani SmithPublication dateJune 12, 2014theatlantic/health/archive/2014/06/happily-ever-after/372573/Date I used this link is May 20, 2023SummaryThis article is about what makes relationships work. I would say that this article is valuable foreveryone who is in a love relationship. The article describes the ingredients of a healthy, lastingrelationship. It states that of all the people who get married, only three in 10 marriages remainhealthy and happy. The researchers Gottman and Levenson in the 1986, Gottman in 1990, and Gable

in 2006 found out that all the miserable marriages have something in common as well as all thehealthy and happy long-lasting ones have in their turn.Based on the data from his study with the “Love Lab” John Gottman together with his colleagueRobert Levenson at the University of Washington, separated the couples into two major groups: - the masters: still happily together after six years, and - the disasters: either broken up or chronically unhappy in their marriages.The masters showed low physiological arousal. They felt calm and connected together even whenthey fought. The masters are able to create a climate of trust and intimacy and by doing this theyfeel more emotionally and physically comfortable. There’s a habit of mind that the masters have.They are scanning social environments for things they can appreciate and say ‘thank you’ for. Theyare building this culture of respect and appreciation very purposefully. The main characteristic of thedisasters is their high physiological activity. They seem to be in a constant fight-or-flight mode intheir relationships. Disasters are scanning the social environment for partners’ mistakes.In a follow-up study in 1990, Gottman made a crucial discovery in his lab on the University ofWashington campus. The lab looked like a beautiful bed-and-breakfast retreat where Gottman wasable to observe the interactions of the newlywed couples. He discovered that there were twodifferent types of people based on how they respond to their partner and that these interactionshad profound effects on marital well-being: - people who turned toward their partners, responding by engaging the bidder, showing interest and support in the bid have a positive effect on marital well-being, and - people who turned away, not responding or responding minimally and continue doing whatever they were doing have a negative effect.By observing these types of interactions, Gottman can predict with up to 94 percent certaintywhether couples will be broken up, together and unhappy, or together and happy several yearslater.The overall conclusion is that contempt is the No. 1 factor that tears couples apart. Kindness, on theother hand, glues couples together. Masters tend to think kindness works as a muscle: the moresomeone receives or witnesses kindness, the more they will be kind themselves, which leads toupward spirals of love and generosity in a relationship. It can grow stronger in everyone withexercise. “Kindness doesn’t mean that we don’t express our anger,” Julie Gottman explained, “butthe kindness informs how we choose to express the anger. You can throw spears at your partner. Oryou can explain why you’re hurt and angry, and that’s the kinder path.” A lot of times, a partner istrying to do the right thing even if it’s executed poorly. When we exercise kindness, we appreciatethe intent not only the result. Another powerful kindness strategy is related to how someoneresponds to a partner’s good news. In one study from 2006, the psychological researcher ShellyGable and her colleagues found that, in general, couples responded to each other’s good news infour different ways. She divided them in the three joy killers and one kind responding.The three joy killers are: - passive-destructive – ignore the event, 8i - active-destructive – diminish the good news, and - passive-constructive – acknowledge the good news, but in a half-hearted, understated way.The kind responding is called

The speaker continues on to state that one’s perspective will change as well. Their eyes will becomemore like their lover’s. One will see as “he” does and the sky all be “blue” and the “cardinal...”The world is taken back to its basic, most vibrant elements.Lines 8- 13Suddenly you know he knows too.He is not there but(...)His hand to take your hand is overmuch.Too much to bear.In the next set of lines the speaker goes on to describe how if the love is real all the previouslymentioned experiences will be shared on his side. The man will know that you “know” him. Therewill develop a connection between the listener and the man that spans distances. It will mean theyare connected through their senses and everyday lives.She uses the example of “tasting” to show that no matter if,He is not there butYou know you are tasting togetherThe same goes for the experience of the seasons. They will share in their physical senses andemotions even if they are separated by a great distance. In the next lines, the speaker tells thelistener that eventually, as the relationship progresses and “you” are holding hands with “him” it willbe “Too much to bear.” The emotions will be overwhelming as they come from both the listener’sside and from this person’s lover. These lines speak simply and poignantly about the early stages oflove. Due to their simplicity, they should be relatable to many different readers.Lines 14- 20You cannot look in his eyesBecause your pulse must not say(...)Is not there_Your arms are water.Throughout the next lines, the speaker expands on the emotions that will surely be controlling thelistener. One’s inability to control their own body goes so far as to keep them from looking “in hiseyes.” The listener will know that their “pulse” will give away “What must not be said.” Although it isnot stated explicitly this is a reference to the listener’s depth of love. The speaker understands thatone will not be sure if they should share the truth of their emotions at the beginning. One’s pulse,speeding up inexplicably when looking into another’s eyes, would give it away.In the final four lines of this section, the speaker says that there will be moments that are not asuplifting. The emotions are just as strong when the man is not there. A perfect example of this is,When heShuts a door-

Is not there__Here, the speaker is likely referring to a time in which he does not literally shut a physical door butshuts the listener out of some part of his mind or life. These moments are brief, especially at thebeginning of the relationship but they will make the listener’s arms like “water.” It takes the strengthfrom one’s life and leaves them unsure of what to do next.Lines 21- 26And you are freeWith a ghastly freedom.(...)You remember and covet his mouthTo touch, to whisper on.The next lines move back to the positive side of the relationship. Here, the listener is “free” with a“ghastly freedom.” There are equal parts beauty and horror to what one embarks on in arelationship. One will become part of,[...]the beautiful halfOf a golden hurt.These lines speaker perfectly about the pain that accompanies the great happiness love can bring.The emotion is deep and so valuable it is like a “golden hurt” within one’s body. In the next twolines, the speaker mentions the man’s “mouth” which the listener will come to “covert,” or desiregreedily. The speaker seems to be speaking from a generally positive experience of the sameemotions.Lines 27- 32Oh when to declareIs certain Death!(...)To see fall down, the Column of Gold,Into the commonest ash.The final lines of this piece are less physical and more ephemeral in their depiction of what love canbe. These lines do relate back to the most intimate and physical moments mentioned previously.Here, the speaker seems to express exasperation over “when to declare.” This consideration is toher like “certain Death.” Although it is not entirely clear, likely she is again speaking to one’s decisionto admit one’s love to another. It is “Death” in that it’s mental torment.The following lines speak on the same theme and one’s general fear of getting hurt. The poemconcludes with the speaker stating that eventually, the “Column of Gold” that represented therelationship will become “the commonest ash.” This occurs when one realizes the universal natureof their emotions. The passions and torments they are experiencing are not uncommon.

ThemeBrowning engages with themes of love/devotion and relationships in 'Sonnet 43'She addresses her listener, likely her husband Robert Browning, and tells him that there are manyreasons why she loves him and that she’s going to list them out. As the poem progresses thelanguage becomes more figurative with the poet making various nature-based comparisons in orderto depict her love accurately and movingly.MoodIn the poem she is trying to describe the abstract feeling of love by measuring how much her lovemeans to her. She also expresses all the different ways of loving someone and she tells us about herthoughts around her beloved. So I think it is an optimistic poem because love is great and she feelshappy.AnalysisWhen most I wink, then do mine eyes best see,, When I sleep and dream I best see,For all the day they view things unrespected,, for what I see when awake is not as worth seeing.But when I sleep, in dreams they look on thee,, But when I sleep my dreams look on youAnd darkly bright are bright in dark directed., with a brilliant light that illuminates even the dark.Then thou, whose shadow shadows doth make bright,, Because even your shadows make shadowsbright,How would thy shadow's form form happy show, and how happy would I be to see this 'bright'shadowTo the clear day with thy much clearer light,, during my waking hoursWhen to unseeing eyes thy shade shines so!, when even to imperfect eyes your 'bright' shadowglows!How would, I say, mine eyes be blessed made, How can I say my eyes are blessedBy looking on thee in the living day,, when looking at you during the day,When in dead night thy fair imperfect shade, when at night wth your 'bright' shadow,Through heavy sleep on sightless eyes doth stay!, my 'blind' eyes of sleep are able to perceive you!All days are nights to see till I see thee,, Till I see you days are nights,And nights bright days when dreams do show thee me., and nights are days when I dream of you.It is easily one of the most famous and recognizable poems in the English language. In the poem, thespeaker is proclaiming her unending passion for her beloved. She tells her lover just how deeply herlove goes, and she also tells him how she loves him. She loves him with all of her beings, and shehopes God will grant her the ability to love him even after she has passed.Own opinionI really like the poem. I love love and I think the husband in

My favorite part of the poem is: “My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight”In the poem, Barrett Browning says “My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight”. This is anillustration of how much she trusts him. Even though she cannot see the ending of how this love willend, she trusts him and is willing to reach out in darkness, not knowing what’s coming for her.I like this part so much because trust is for me the most important thing. And in this part you can seehow much she trusts him.Yes, I really like this poem because it is going about love and I like it that the speaker speaks abouther feelings.I think it can be for all of the ages, because from 4 to 90 you can be in love or feel love, and I thinkthis is a good poem for people who are in love or have been in love.