In this episode, we’ll explore Percy Shelley’s Ozymandias and its critique of tyrannical rulers and the misuse of power. We’ll examine how Shelley uses harsh and unpleasant language, with words like frown and sneer, to evoke disdain for Ozymandias. We’ll also discuss the role of alliteration, particularly the repetition of ‘c’ and ‘b’ sounds in phrases like cold command, to reinforce the poem’s critical tone. Finally, we’ll analyze how these literary devices work together to convey Shelley’s disapproval of the king’s cruel reign.

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