Introduction to Power and Conflict

The poems you will begin to study are part of the AQA English Literature Spec this includes:

Ozymandias

War photographer

Remains

Poppies

Kamikaze


Themes

Themes: The poem is about war, life and death, sacrifice and folly. It naturally links to conflict and is effective at showing people views on war of the time. The poem also contains a lot of reference to biblical/religious ideas as well as bravery and fear.Â