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Tasker Norcross

by LovelyMay — "The Three Taverns: A Book of Poems" by Edwin Arlington Robinson includes the poem "Tasker Norcross", a narrative that unfolds through a dialogue mainly between the speaker and a character named Ferguson. The poem opens with a reflection on the types of people inhabiting a town, categorized into three groups: the good, the not-so-good, and Tasker Norcross, a figure who seems to exist outside these classifications due to his unique nature, eventually leading to the assertion that now only two types remain,…
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Signs

by LovelyMay — In "Signs," the narrative illustrates the changing behavior of children as Christmas approaches, emphasizing their sudden adoption of good manners and obedience, as incited by the anticipation of Santa Claus's arrival. Through poetic verses, it paints a picture of young ones, who ordinarily may not always heed advice or tidy up after themselves, now transforming into paragons of virtue at the whisper of Santa's imminent visit. The text captures this seasonal transformation with lines that speak to…
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Reward

by LovelyMay — Chapter 5 delves into the appreciation of simple pleasures and resilience in the face of life's challenges, while also highlighting the value of humility and the unique joy of familial bonds over material or external success. The chapter opens with a verse that underscores a contentment found in nature's simplicity rather than in the pursuit of glory or riches. The author expresses a sense of fulfillment in escaping to fish by a stream under blue skies, valuing these moments over any material wealth or…
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Rahel to Varnhagen

by LovelyMay — In "Rahel to Varnhagen," a poem that unfolds a complex emotional and intellectual dialogue between Rahel Robert and Varnhagen von Ense, Edwin Arlington Robinson masterfully captures the nuances of a relationship marked by its depth, intellectualism, and the struggles of love. Rahel, having shared her life's passions and her previous correspondence, reveals herself to an extent that she believes should either bind Varnhagen closer to her or drive him away. Her initial dismay at Varnhagen's unwavering…
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PREFACE

by LovelyMay — "The Bhagavad-Gita," an eminent part of the epic Mahabharata, situated within the "Bhishma" Parva, stands as an epitome of Indian Devanagiri literature's grandeur, being one of its "Five Jewels." This Sanskrit poem encompasses a philosophical framework integral to Brahmanic beliefs, amalgamating concepts from Kapila, Patanjali, and the Vedas. Its profound declarations, noble aspirations, and devout piety invoke admiration, as noted by scholars like Schlegel, who reveres the anonymous author's profound…
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Pontus De Tyard, 1570

by LovelyMay — Dreams and Despair: In this contemplative segment of "Grass of Parnassus," the concept of dreams versus reality and the fleeting hope provided by the emotion of love are deeply explored. The passage opens with a lament for a figure who, without the saving grace of love, is deemed to spend her days in desolation, her wisdom derived from dull experiences rather than joyful discovery. This character’s last hope is the transformative power of Love—a force capable of rendering her the "fairest of fair…
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Peace on Earth

by LovelyMay — Peace is echoed in the humble words of a man named Ichabod, his frayed hat in hand as a testament to his journey. Amidst the coldness of the earth, he proclaims, "Peace on Earth," his voice a blend of hope and weariness. Skepticism meets this declaration as the speaker questions the feasibility of such a peace, poking at the belief in a divine entity and the celebration of a birth said to change mankind. Ichabod, with a mix of sorrow and wisdom, challenges conventional faith, suggesting a God beyond the…
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PART II.

by LovelyMay — In this whimsical and adventurous chapter of "The Bab Ballads," the narrator embarks on an eccentric quest to discover the author of the charming and elusive cracker mottoes that captivate his Elvira. His journey takes him to celebrated poets—Henry Wadsworth, Alfred Poet Close, and Mister Martin Tupper—in hopes that one of them might be the creator of these witty verses. Each poet, however, denies involvement with the cracker mottoes, and Tupper responds with a cryptic message, illustrating the…
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On the Way

by LovelyMay — In the chapter titled "On the Way" from Edwin Arlington Robinson's *The Three Taverns*, an imaginative dialogue unfolds between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, set in Philadelphia, 1794. This conversation occurs in a speculative manner, not tied to a specific real-life event but rather illustrative of the complex and climactic political tensions that would later culminate in the infamous duel between Hamilton and Burr in 1804. The dialogue vividly characterizes both historical figures, drawing on their…
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Nimmo

by LovelyMay — In "Nimmo," the narrator reflects on the complex and seemingly absurd stories surrounding a man named Nimmo, whom the audience is presumed to have known. The poet begins by criticizing the fanciful tales that have been spun about Nimmo, suggesting that the truth has been lost amidst these embellishments. Despite leading the audience into these stories, the narrator expresses regret, indicating a deeper, more poignant connection to Nimmo's legacy. Nimmo is remembered for his remarkable eyes, which were…
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