English Literature GCSE
Lyric Poem
What Lyric Poem means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Lyric Poem
A formal type of poetry which expresses personal emotions or feelings, typically spoken in the first person. 'She Walks in Beauty' is a classic example of a lyric poem.
Topics that use Lyric Poem
- She Walks in Beauty (OCR GCSE)
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