Metaphysical Imagery of John Donne’s Elegy 19: To His Mistress Going to Bed

Being a contemporary poet of William Shakespeare and still stay a distinguished, original and independent author of the English literature must have been considerably challenging. The leading representative of the metaphysical school, John Donne, was able to do so, and by means of his unique poetic style and diverse artworks, he gained the reputation of one of the most influential poets throughout the world of literature.