Who is this mysterious mistress?

Re-read the poem "To His Coy Mistress" by Andrew Marvell. Think about our discussion in class. Re-evaluate the diction (word choice) of the author. What type of woman is the speaker addressing? Who is she? Make sure to use textual evidence as support.

What should we name ourselves?

Let's give ourselves a better title for this blog. Suggestions?

The Study of Literature

Why is it important to study literature? Conduct some research--why do others think the study of literature is valuable? Why do you think the study of literature is important?

Who are YOU as a writer?

Describe yourself as a writer. How do you approach writing? Do you write to complete the assignment? Or do you write to communicate what you have learned? What process do you go through when you write?

Who are YOU as a reader?

As we begin to expand ourselves as readers, I would like to know who you are as a reader right now. What do you choose to read? When do you read? Why do you read? Describe yourself as a reader.