| Front | Points supporting in The Flea marriage in the poem is merely a euphemism for sex x3 |
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| Back | •Conceit not spiritual but erotic. Fleas excited male observers for its freedom around the female body. •Modern reader also recognise the flea as associated with 'Black Death' - evoking unromantic and damaging connotations •Metaphysical poets moved away from idolatrous love & Donne directly addresses the woman, suggesting a love that is more realistic and pragmatic rather than spiritual |
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