208 Results in the "Poetry" category


    • Ballad: The Folly Of Brown – By A General Agent Cover
      by LovelyMay In "The Folly of Brown - By A General Agent," the narrator recounts his experiences with a man named Brown, a simple farmer who unexpectedly came into a fortune of two hundred thousand. Despite this windfall, Brown's demeanor and lifestyle remain unchanged, embodying the essence of a clown – not in the theatrical sense but reflecting a lack of sophistication and education. The newfound wealth leaves Brown unfazed, his ignorance evident as he continues to live a simple life, uninterested in the luxuries…
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      by LovelyMay In "The Wandering Jew," Edwin Arlington Robinson presents a profound interaction with a timeless figure, embodying the endless journey and the accumulation of ancient wisdom and sorrow. The narrator immediately recognizes the enduring character through his eyes, which hold the essence of centuries, an eternal witness to the world's evolving face yet constant in its core loneliness. This encounter in New York, a city emblematic of modernity, provides a stark canvas for the timeless wanderer, suggesting a…
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      The Cross-Roads

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      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled The Cross-Roads, the story opens with a silent fracture, one that grows steadily between Charlotta and her husband, Herr Altgelt. His devotion to music becomes an escape from the quiet turmoil within their home, each note pulled from his violin carving out more space between them. Charlotta, once content in his presence, now feels invisible—her feelings reduced to background noise as he retreats into the structure of his compositions. Her locket, once cherished, now tightens in her…
    • Chapter Fourteen: Qu Yuan Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Cyrus waking up in a Brooklyn hotel room with his roommate Zee’s thumb in his mouth, a habit stemming from his childhood thumbsucking. Despite his father’s attempts to curb it with hot pepper juice, Cyrus’s subconscious now seeks out Zee’s thumb as a substitute. Their relationship is intimate but largely non-sexual, characterized by cuddling and occasional physical affection, which they struggle to define to others. They share a deep, platonic bond, often sleeping together…
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      by LovelyMay In "Circe's Isle Revisited," the poem communicates a profound sense of nostalgia and loss. The speakers call out to Circe, a figure from Greek mythology known for her enchanting nature, only to find silence and ruin in place of the once-thriving magical isle. This desolation symbolizes the passage of time and the inevitable decay of once-vivid memories and youthful delights. The absence of laughter, music, and beauty in the once enchanted wood reflects the speakers' realization of their lost youth and the…
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      Lemon Pie

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      by LovelyMay "Lemon Pie" captures the simple joy found in everyday moments, emphasizing how a homemade lemon pie, with its radiant golden filling and delightful taste, can momentarily lift the burdens of daily life. The poem illustrates the warmth and comfort derived from this simple pleasure, uniting family members in their shared delight and momentarily erasing their troubles. This culinary treasure, beyond its taste, symbolizes the lightness and joy capable of overshadowing mundane sorrows and concerns. Following…
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    • VERSE:  A LEGEND OF BREGENZ Cover
      by LovelyMay In the shadow of rugged mountains and the placid Lake Constance, lies the quaint city of Bregenz. Encased in silence and under midnight's embrace, Bregenz's ancient form, with its battlements and towers, holds a sacred legend from three centuries past, a testament to the city's endurance and history. A Tyrol maid, far from her home, found herself in Swiss valleys, her days filled with labor and a quiet contentment that distanced her from her roots in Bregenz. Though her new life was peaceful and her…
    • Ballad: The Phantom Curate.  A Fable Cover
      by LovelyMay In "The Phantom Curate. A Fable," we are introduced to a bishop, albeit without revealing the location of his diocese, who significantly burdens his clergy with conventional expectations, rigorously limiting their freedoms and scrutinizing their actions for any hint of unintentional sin. Despite his upright intentions and dedication to setting examples, his strict approach towards ensuring his priests avoid even harmless pleasures underlines his adherence to maintaining appearances rather than fostering…
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      by LovelyMay More Bab Ballads by W.S. Gilbert is a collection of humorous and satirical poems that feature witty rhymes, whimsical characters, and clever wordplay, often poking fun at social conventions, love, and human folly, in the distinctive style for which Gilbert is known.
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      The Grocery

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      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled The Grocery, the story shifts into the lively corner of a small-town store, where personal relationships and unpaid bills shape the day’s rhythm. A casual conversation between Alice and Leon opens not as conflict, but as routine—familiar words exchanged beneath the creak of the front door and the scent of dried goods. Leon, breezy and bold, reaches for cigars while casually requesting credit, assuming past favors still carry weight. Alice, poised yet firm, reminds him that…
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