Seminar paper from the year 2007 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 1,7, Bielefeld University (Universität), course: A Survey of British Literature, language: English, abstract: - definition of metaphysical poetry and conceits. analysis of conceits in the poems "To His Coy Mistress" and "The Flea" with regard to virginity, sexuality and seduction in poetry of the 17th century. comparison of Donne\'s and Marvell\'s Poetry. conclusion.