| Title |
Hameed, Sarah Machelle_MENG_2024 |
| Alternative Title |
Ordinary Weapons |
| Creator |
Hameed, Sarah Machelle |
| Collection Name |
Master of English |
| Description |
The following Master of English thesis is a collection of poems that delves into the universal themes of grief andmemory, exploring the unpredictable and cyclical nature of loss. Using a diverse range of poeticforms, from free verse to prose poems, the collection invites readers to navigate the complex interplay between remembrance and healing. |
| Abstract |
"Ordinary Weapons" is a collection of poems that delves into the universal themes of grief and memory, exploring the unpredictable and cyclical nature of loss. Using a diverse range of poetic forms, from free verse to prose poems, the collection invites readers to navigate the complex interplay between remembrance and healing. Through the lens of personal loss-specifically the end of a cherished romantic relationship-these poems capture the emotional turbulence and the journey toward finding peace.; Memory in this collection serves as both a source of pain and a catalyst for transformation. Influenced by poets like Sylvia Plath, Ada Limón, and Tracy K. Smith, "Ordinary Weapons" draws on a variety of literary styles and motifs, incorporating elements of nature, broken hearts, and urban landscapes. The collection seeks to connect with readers on a fundamental level, providing a space for reflection and a shared understanding of the human experience.; "Ordinary Weapons" is ultimately an exploration of the human heart's resilience-the capacity to break and mend, to mourn and find joy, to dwell in shadows yet embrace the light. It captures those poignant moments when we confront our deepest sorrows, and illustrates how poetry can be a guiding force on the path to healing. |
| Subject |
Creative writing; Personal narratives; Poetry, grief; Memory |
| Digital Publisher |
Stewart Library, Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States of America |
| Date |
2024 |
| Medium |
Thesis |
| Type |
Text |
| Access Extent |
317 KB; 44 page pdf |
| Rights |
The author has granted Weber State University Archives a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to reproduce his or her theses, in whole or in part, in electronic or paper form and to make it available to the general public at no charge. The author retains all other rights. |
| Source |
University Archives Electronic Records: Master of Education. Stewart Library, Weber State University |
| Format |
application/pdf |
| ARK |
ark:/87278/s671vb78 |
| Setname |
wsu_smt |
| ID |
128772 |
| Reference URL |
https://digital.weber.edu/ark:/87278/s671vb78 |
