THL1501 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024 | Due 12 September 2024

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THL1501 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024 | Due 12 September 2024. All questions answered.

Question 1:
In her book, Basic Issues in Aesthetics (1998), cited in the Study Guide, Marcia Eaton discusses the difficulties with defining the terms “beauty” and “aesthetics.” Referring to this excerpt, in an essay of 500-800 words, argue that it is possible for these terms to be used objectively. In other words, argue that it possible to define what “beauty” and “aesthetics” are. You may refer to the examples Eaton uses but can also provide your own. Include your references to the Study Guide both in-text and in a bibliography. [20]
Question 2:
Compare the theories of New Criticism and Mukařovský’s Receiver Centered Theory by discussing the similarities and differences between them under the following headings: object of study, main hypothesis, theoretical terms, shortcomings (weaknesses) and explanatory value (strengths). Include your references to the Study Guide both in-text and in a bibliography. [50]
Question 3:
Apply the theories of New Criticism and Mukařovský’s receiver centered theory to a reading of a stanza from the given poem by discussing the manner in which each theory would result in an alternative interpretation.
“The Charge of the Light Brigade” is a poem by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. It was written in response to a battle during the Crimean War (1853-1855) in which a British cavalry unit, the “Light Brigade”, was commanded to charge against a Russian artillery unit. The order was almost suicidal, and the brigade was decimated in the charge. The poem commemorates the heroism of the soldiers, of whom less than a third survived.
“Forward, the Light Brigade!”
Was there a man dismay’d?
Not tho’ the soldier knew
Some one had blunder’d:
Theirs not to make reply,
Theirs not to reason why,
Theirs but to do and die:
Into the valley of Death
Rode the six hundred [20]
Question 4:
Discuss the three fallacies of New Criticism by unpacking their theoretical frameworks in your own words while referencing the Study Guide. [10]