1. Gwen Harwood and gender construction
The typography of the poems, structure and figurative language are techniques employed by Harwood in order to convey this meaning. ... Typography alone in "The Carnival of Venice" does not have a significant effect, but when combined with rhyme and meter; Harwood uses the whole structure of the poem to act as a parallel to society. ... The structure of both poems also allows Harwood to criticise society's construction and oppression of women. ...
- Word Count: 1112
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