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Poem With Declarative Premises
I commend the style of epic or epyllion---
though certain flaccid, flabby poets fear it---
because it speaks to cosmic yearning of the spirit.
Whereas the style called doggerel,
speaks enough to the decrepit soul
that, in self-pity, wallows
in the stagnant shallows
that pool in its uncharted hollows,
mostly empty and never even half full.
Starward
Truly enjoyed this
Truly enjoyed this thought-provoking, intelligent commentary only an accomplished student of literature could write, and yes, it's true cosmic minds (you being one) would gravitate towards the epic style. A testament to your mastery of form and language.
Thank you. I was not sure of
Thank you. I was not sure of this poem at first, but your comment has validated it for me. Sending you a PM to explain a little further.
Starward