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VERSE: GRIEF

by LovelyMay — In "Grief," the narrator confronts an unrelenting adversary—Grief itself—portrayed as an ancient enemy from which there is no escape. This enemy persistently shadows the narrator, denying any semblance of solace or peace. The representation of Grief is stark; it is depicted as a figure both pale and stern that extinguishes the joy and vibrancy of life whenever it draws near. The narrator's heart, metaphorically wounded by Grief's repeated assaults, trembles with fear and pain at its presence. An…
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Ballad: Thomson Green And Harriet Hale (To be sung to the Air of “An ‘Orrible Tale.”)

by LovelyMay — In the whimsical ballad of Thomson Green and Harriet Hale, a tale unfolds that is as amusing as it is implausible, best captured by the recurring sentiment, "Twaddle twaddle twaddle twaddle twaddle twaddle twum!" Thomson Green, an auctioneer with an annual income of three hundred pounds, happens upon Harriet Hale, a pianoforte instructor of some repute, in the charming confines of Regent's Park. Their initial encounter, marked by Green's offhand admiration for the day's beauty, sparks a romance that…
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Ballad: Pasha Bailey Ben

by LovelyMay — In "Pasha Bailey Ben," a ballad within *The Bab Ballads*, we encounter the dignified yet stout Pasha Bailey Ben, a figure of pride with ten tails and three wives. His life, filled with peculiar presents from pilgrims, showcases the diverse and odd forms of adoration he receives, ranging from onions to cold boiled beef and even telescopes. These varied gifts, seemingly incongruent – like white kid gloves, candlesticks, and potted quails – emphasize the pasha's broad albeit curious influence. Central to…
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HOW THEY HELD THE BASS FOR KING JAMES–1691-1693

by LovelyMay — In the chapter "How They Held the Bass for King James" from the tale recounted in 1743, the narrative unfolds a stirring historical saga set during the years 1691-1693, depicting the valorous feat of a small group of cavaliers who daringly defended the Bass Rock against the forces opposed to King James. The Bass, a formidable natural fortress surrounded by the tempestuous seas near North Berwick Law, had previously been a grim prison for those dedicated to the Covenant, where they endured their confinement…
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Preface

by LovelyMay — In the preface to "Men, Women and Ghosts," the author outlines the expansive definition of "stories" used in this collection, encompassing narrative poems, tales divided into scenes, and pieces where nature and inanimate objects play central roles. A significant portion of the preface is dedicated to exploring the potential of `vers libre` (free verse), inspired by the rhythmic similarities between poetry and music, notably sparked by the compositions of Debussy. The author describes experiments with…
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Chapter Eleven: Hypatia of Alexandria

by testsuphomeAdmin — The chapter follows Arash Shirazi, a young Iranian man conscripted into military service during the Iran-Iraq War in 1984. With no means to avoid enlistment, Arash reflects on the absurdity of war and the shift from a revolution led by idealists to one controlled by armed zealots. He resigns himself to his fate, imagining his future as just another martyr's photo on the mosque wall. His observations highlight the senselessness of war, where men like him—poor, uneducated, and without special skills—are…
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CHAPTER XIII -The Bhagavad-Gita

by LovelyMay — Chapter XIII of the Bhagavad-Gita, as interpreted, presents a profound dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna on the nature of the physical world (Kshetra) and the eternal soul (Kshetrajna). Krishna elucidates that the physical entity we perceive is the field (Kshetra) where life manifests, while the soul (Kshetrajna) is the eternal seer, the essence that truly understands and perceives. Krishna, embodying universal consciousness, asserts his omnipresence across all fields, highlighting the importance of…
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Growing Down

by LovelyMay — "Growing Down" and "The Roads of Happiness" reflect a nostalgic journey back to the simple, joyous essence of life, emphasizing the beauty of familial bonds and the rejection of materialistic pursuits for true contentment. In "Growing Down," the narrator recounts a personal transformation inspired by the innocence and adventures of childhood, especially through the eyes of his own children. Once consumed by aspirations of adulthood, wealth, and fame, he finds a deeper, more fulfilling joy in reverting to…
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Ballad: The Bishop And The ‘Busman

by LovelyMay — In "The Bishop and The 'Busman," a whimsical ballad from "The Bab Ballads," we encounter a narrative set in London, centered around a stout, zealous Bishop and a Jewish 'busman named Hash Baz Ben—who also bears the names Jedediah, Solomon, and Zabulon. The Bishop, determined to convert the 'busman to Christianity, embarks on a daily journey with him, riding the Putney bus from Fulham town, proclaiming the 'busman's Jewish identity and religious practices to the amusement and later, the annoyance, of…
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The Fool Errant

by LovelyMay — In "A Dome of Many-Coloured Glass," the narrative begins with a series of lyrical exclamations that celebrate the beauty and transience of the natural world. Each stanza is an invocation of being—in turn—a flower basking in the relentless sun, a butterfly reposing serenely on a bloom, a cloud sailing across the sky, or a wave crashing onto the shore. These vivid scenes are suffused with a sense of joy and an acute awareness of nature's cyclic life, from the ephemeral existence of flowers and insects to…
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