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Explore Metaphysical Poetry: John Donne, George Herbert, Marvell, Vaughan—17th-century themes, conceits, works & analysis for UGC NET JRF English. 🔮 Metaphysical Poetry – Literary Movement 📌 Introduction Metaphysical Poetry was a prominent literary movement of the 17th century in England. The term “Metaphysical” was first used by Samuel Johnson in the 18th century (in Lives of the Poets ) to describe poets like John Donne whose works were intellectually complex, filled with wit, paradoxes, and elaborate conceits . These poets combined philosophy, emotion, and religion in highly innovative forms, breaking away from smooth Elizabethan lyricism. 📌 Context Originated late Elizabethan & Jacobean, continued into Caroline & Commonwealth Era . John Donne = leader. Term “Metaphysical” coined by Samuel Johnson (18th century) in his Lives of the Poets (derogatory sense). ✒️ Features Wit & Conceits – far-fetched metaphors (compass, flea, tears as globes). ...