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Explore Context Flea X3 John Donne Fly Jump

Front Explore the context of a flea x3
(John Donne The Flea)
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•Fleas can't fly, they jump, often taking blood more than one source. Adults only have fresh blood.
•Popular image love poetry Europe 16th century used to express envy of freedom on mistress' body, experiencing death while in the ecstasy of being in contact with her
•Hard, polished body withstands great pressure - resilience

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