Echoes of Artistry
Viewing comments for Chapter 2 "Who is Blake to Thee?"NaPoWriMo 2017
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Comment from Apostle Janos
I really like Blake and your poem, your knowledge seems vast and you are educating us all once again. You chose some very poetic words that have a nice intellectual ring to them. Brava!
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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I really like Blake and your poem, your knowledge seems vast and you are educating us all once again. You chose some very poetic words that have a nice intellectual ring to them. Brava!
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Apostle Yannaras:
Thank you for the exceptional review. Blake never really achieved the popularity he deserved (my opinion) and I really like the diversity in his writing. I appreciate your comments.
Kim
Comment from CD Richards
Hi Kim,
This is a great tribute to Blake. Good rhyme and meter throughout. One flaw, I think. In stanzas 1,2 and 4, the last line is iambic tetrameter. Stanza 3, line 4 doesn't scan well - you might want to have another look. I think "imagination taking flight" might work, but that's just a suggestion.
Good job! Craig
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Kim,
This is a great tribute to Blake. Good rhyme and meter throughout. One flaw, I think. In stanzas 1,2 and 4, the last line is iambic tetrameter. Stanza 3, line 4 doesn't scan well - you might want to have another look. I think "imagination taking flight" might work, but that's just a suggestion.
Good job! Craig
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Craig,
How about this for that line?
enamored; a poet?s delight.
Thanks for the pointer and great comments.
Kim
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I think that's only three feet, not four. I'll chew on it, time to feed everyone here :)
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It is eight syllables-
enamored -3
a - 1
poet's -2
delight -2
Have a good dinner! :)
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Yes, the syllable count is right (I did check) - but it's all about the beat (hey, that could be a song title)!
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e-NA-mored a PO-et's de-LIGHT : only 3 beats (stresses)
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It's enamored
[ih-nam-ered] and I apparently disagree with the dictionary on my pronunciation of delight lol
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[ih-maj-uh-NEY-shuh n (not iambic either) I keep telling you... iambic is so overrated lol
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no....
i-MAG-in-A-tion TA-king FLIGHT
8 syllables, 4 beats
lol :)
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not according to the dictionary... that is where I took it from lol
enamored; Blake instills insight.
I don't like it as much, but it IS iambic.
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As far as I know, the break-downs in the dictionary are just an aid to pronouncing the word, they don't have anything to do with how the word should be read in a poem. Maybe that's the source of confusion?
And yes, your last suggestion scans.
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
You are so versatile in writing in these other poet's styles and so knowledgable about the different poets. I wish I had studied more poetry. I guess I always could. What else do I have to do? Well done, my friend~Debbie
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You are so versatile in writing in these other poet's styles and so knowledgable about the different poets. I wish I had studied more poetry. I guess I always could. What else do I have to do? Well done, my friend~Debbie
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Debbie,
I don't have them committed to memory (not all, anyways.) I enjoy the reading and research that I put into these pieces. I kind of spend part of the day submersing myself into their writing and see if something appears. Sometimes the reading doesn't pan out to a style that speaks to me, but Blake surely did. He was extremely versatile, too. Thank you for the wonderful comments!
Kim
Comment from lyenochka
I always loved Blake's poetry! Thank you for this wonderful tribute to him. There was such depth in his simplicity. I agree with you, his work brings "such clarity!"
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I always loved Blake's poetry! Thank you for this wonderful tribute to him. There was such depth in his simplicity. I agree with you, his work brings "such clarity!"
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi lyenochka,
Thanks for taking the time to read and review. I'm so happy that you enjoyed my selection on Blake. I appreciate the generous gift of six stars and an exceptional rating.
Kim
Comment from rjuselius
i do enjoy your poetry since you recognise other poets in your tributes dear kim! your poems are informative and i applaud your knowledge.
thank you for sharing!
virtual sixer!
good luck!
blessings!
rebekka x
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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i do enjoy your poetry since you recognise other poets in your tributes dear kim! your poems are informative and i applaud your knowledge.
thank you for sharing!
virtual sixer!
good luck!
blessings!
rebekka x
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi rebekka,
I love to read and enjoy exploring the poets that have shaped our craft. If it weren't for them, where would we be? Thanks for the great comments.
Kim
Comment from Kerry Foley
Kim that was terrific. I love how you added the biography to this poem and your notes, I have heard of him, but never read anything. The entire write was perfect.
~Kerry~
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Kim that was terrific. I love how you added the biography to this poem and your notes, I have heard of him, but never read anything. The entire write was perfect.
~Kerry~
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Kerry,
When I do the research, I like to share what I learn. I did this last year with my writes, and everyone seemed to enjoy learning along with the process. I'm trying to go at it from a different perspective than I did last year but so far I don't plan to duplicate the poets I've already explored. I really enjoy the reading and research and it has helped me learn so many different styles. Thanks for the great comments.
Kim
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Your very welcome
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Kim,
You did an exceptional job with your poem. The image is awesome. I remember that poem from school. But I like it better in this form. I love reading your notes--always learn from them.
Your poem does emulate his style. I enjoyed reading it. I love the rhymes, the shorter lines interspersed with the longer ones, & the awesome message. I agree we all can, & do learn from the past masters IF we are open to give it a try. We are who we are because of the past.
Good job & thanks for sharing an insightful poem. Jan
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Kim,
You did an exceptional job with your poem. The image is awesome. I remember that poem from school. But I like it better in this form. I love reading your notes--always learn from them.
Your poem does emulate his style. I enjoyed reading it. I love the rhymes, the shorter lines interspersed with the longer ones, & the awesome message. I agree we all can, & do learn from the past masters IF we are open to give it a try. We are who we are because of the past.
Good job & thanks for sharing an insightful poem. Jan
Comment Written 03-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2017
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Hi Jan,
Blake is really fascinating. Now I am two for two... I've done two poets that I want to explore more lol I'll have my hands full of extra reading if I encounter this all month. I love the research and the learning. Thank you for the fantastic comments.
Kim
Comment from ceramic
An excellent tribute to William Blake capturing the style and rhythm of his work and the question is answered most strongly in the affirmative for the poet.
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An excellent tribute to William Blake capturing the style and rhythm of his work and the question is answered most strongly in the affirmative for the poet.
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Comment Written 02-Apr-2017
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Hi ceramic,
Thank you for taking the time to read and review my Blake poem. I appreciate the kind comments.
Kim
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
Notes were appreciated to go with the different poem. Very well done when compared to the genius of the poet. I remember the poem, guess my English teacher knew what she was doing making us memorize
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Notes were appreciated to go with the different poem. Very well done when compared to the genius of the poet. I remember the poem, guess my English teacher knew what she was doing making us memorize
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Comment Written 02-Apr-2017
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2017
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Hi Barb,
If you check out the link to Blake's apology for his Catalogue, it shows different versions (from his notebooks) which let you see his writing process by comparison. I found that really interesting. It was he who called himself a lunatic, not me, originally lol
Thanks for the great review!
Kim
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Yes I looked in the notes for the reference to lunatic and wondered why
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First, I think you have to consider the time period he lived in. By their standards, he had some radical ideas and was something of a dissenter.
Here is another link... it begins:
Considered insane and largely disregarded by his peers, the visionary poet and engraver William Blake is now recognised among the greatest contributors to English literature and art.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/historic_figures/blake_william.shtml