Ozymandias Poem Analysis

Analysis of Ozymandias by Percy Shelley

This tutorial video takes an in-depth look at one of the most famous romantic era poems, Ozymandias. The poem, Ozymandias was written by Percy Bysshe Shelley and first published in 1818.

Ozymandias is written in the sonnet form and explores themes such as the transience of power, the beauty and power of art and nature vs humanity. Shelley portray's an anti-authoritarian message, mocking the power of kings and emperors who believe they are all powerful, yet whose empires, in time, crumble away.

The poem is part of the AQA gcse power and conflict anthology. If you are studying the poem for exams or coursework, let me know if you've found this analysis helpful by commenting, liking and subscribing!

[marvelousolanrewaju]

Thank you very much Sir, beyond the likes I have learnt alot from the poem. The didactic nature and also the structures of the poem . I read the poem in my first year but I can see more in my second year as a literature student. Thank you very much once again.

[MdRokonuzzaman-ud]

I am new in your channel and already loved it. ❤ Carry on.

[Humptydumpty_]

Excuse me friend, but four years ago you posted a reading of Ozymandias with a music track by mattia cupelli.
I have not been able to find this track!!!
Can you help?