T.S. Eliot
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Comment from Jamison Brown
My apologies for being so late with this review, Debbie.
There is not much I can add to what has already been said, but your poem deserves my six stars; it's almost automatic on these tribute pieces. To me, the structure appears flawless, not an easy thing to accomplish within the confines of the material. With my love for brevity, it seems long but was engaging and flowed well from beginning to end. Kudos!
Eliot's work is not well know to me so your notes added great value.
In my opinion, your poem deserves a higher ranking but that's a story for another day... Take care. - Jamison
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2024
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My apologies for being so late with this review, Debbie.
There is not much I can add to what has already been said, but your poem deserves my six stars; it's almost automatic on these tribute pieces. To me, the structure appears flawless, not an easy thing to accomplish within the confines of the material. With my love for brevity, it seems long but was engaging and flowed well from beginning to end. Kudos!
Eliot's work is not well know to me so your notes added great value.
In my opinion, your poem deserves a higher ranking but that's a story for another day... Take care. - Jamison
Comment Written 31-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Jamison, for this wonderful review and I'm so sorry there's no reward! I'm absolutely delighted by your lovely comments which mean so much to me. I know what you mean about brevity and I try to keep them as concise as possible but, as you can imagine, it's difficult with this particular genre. But thank you so much again. Take care Debbie
Comment from lyenochka
Thank you so much for covering TS Eliot. He has always been one of my favorites. I knew he became British citizen and somehow I thought he worked as a banker while writing poetry on the side. How brave to go abroad after a childhood of being so sickly. But that silver lining is that he became so rich in literary skills because of it. We're thankful for this great poet and your covering him!
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much for covering TS Eliot. He has always been one of my favorites. I knew he became British citizen and somehow I thought he worked as a banker while writing poetry on the side. How brave to go abroad after a childhood of being so sickly. But that silver lining is that he became so rich in literary skills because of it. We're thankful for this great poet and your covering him!
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Helen, for your kind, informed and supportive review! Always greatly appreciated. Take care Debbie. PS I should have put banker into the notes. Will do that. Thank you.
Comment from Sarah Sandison
I think if T. S Elliot could read this poem himself he would say that you have done him justice. Once again I read your poetry and learn so much. Your use of words is exceptional without it baffling the reader. Thank you for writing this. I think it is brilliant! Love Sarah :)
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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I think if T. S Elliot could read this poem himself he would say that you have done him justice. Once again I read your poetry and learn so much. Your use of words is exceptional without it baffling the reader. Thank you for writing this. I think it is brilliant! Love Sarah :)
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Sarah, for this wonderful review! I'm thrilled by your lovely words and treasure them. Love Debbie
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent tribute to T.S. Eliot. He certainly had a hard life. But many brilliant writers, artists, and poets create beautiful works from their suffering. Friday Kahlo comes to mind. You honor him well.
Great iambic heptameter and word imagery.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Excellent tribute to T.S. Eliot. He certainly had a hard life. But many brilliant writers, artists, and poets create beautiful works from their suffering. Friday Kahlo comes to mind. You honor him well.
Great iambic heptameter and word imagery.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Gypsy, for this kind and thoughtful review, much appreciated! Debbie
Comment from Dawn Munro
Sometimes I read work so far beyond anything I write, that I find it almost intimidating to write my review of said work -- this is one of those times.
Debbie, your poem is amazing, and your notes are awesome.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Sometimes I read work so far beyond anything I write, that I find it almost intimidating to write my review of said work -- this is one of those times.
Debbie, your poem is amazing, and your notes are awesome.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Deborah, for such a wonderful review! This is a gem to receive and I'm truly grateful. But if I could write as skilfully and fluently as you on so many subjects, I would be very happy:)) Take care Debbie
Comment from jmdg1954
Hi Debbie. Sorry I may be in the minority as never having read any of his works.
Your poem shed the light on the troubled life he had, though it apparently did not prevent or hinder him from writing world renown pieces!
You have a skill in bringing these posts to life for those familiar with the artist and giving those like me something interesting to read. And also admire the details that you provide.
Always a pleasure...this is six cannoli worthy!
John
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Hi Debbie. Sorry I may be in the minority as never having read any of his works.
Your poem shed the light on the troubled life he had, though it apparently did not prevent or hinder him from writing world renown pieces!
You have a skill in bringing these posts to life for those familiar with the artist and giving those like me something interesting to read. And also admire the details that you provide.
Always a pleasure...this is six cannoli worthy!
John
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Hi John, even though you might not have read his works, you'll probably be aware of some of those lines, especially the one of measuring life in coffee spoons which seems more topical than ever these days:) I must admit, he takes a few reads and can be very obscure (even critics can't agree on The Waste Land). But Prufrock is amazing - think war-torn, foggy London and this over-educated, self-conscious literary 'fool', quite a satire on himself! Thank you for being such a star, John! I'm so appreciative of you and your kindness, support and 6 cannoli! Debbie
Comment from Gloria ....
This is a great tribute to Eliot who is certainly a poet that I very much appreciated many years ago. I was recently reminded of him again when I read a few poems coming from Pantygynt's FanStory class about Prufrock's tortured crisis of indecision.
Your iambic heptameter is spot on, the history aligns well and your extensive notes are well researched.
A pleasure to read and review today. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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This is a great tribute to Eliot who is certainly a poet that I very much appreciated many years ago. I was recently reminded of him again when I read a few poems coming from Pantygynt's FanStory class about Prufrock's tortured crisis of indecision.
Your iambic heptameter is spot on, the history aligns well and your extensive notes are well researched.
A pleasure to read and review today. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 30-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Gloria, for this lovely review! That's fascinating about your read in Jim's class. Now I'm wishing I'd put my name down for it:( Debbie
Comment from jim vecchio
As F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote, "So we drift on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past." (or something like that!) Thank you for this revealing biographical poem whom all must deem worthy of a six, but, alas! 'twas read too late.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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As F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote, "So we drift on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past." (or something like that!) Thank you for this revealing biographical poem whom all must deem worthy of a six, but, alas! 'twas read too late.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Jim, for your kind and thoughtful review which I greatly appreciate! Love the profile pic too:) Take care Debbie
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Thanks! They call me "The Cowboy" and I'm rarely without that hat.
Comment from Mia Twysted
You show the world a part of T.S. Eliot that they may not know. To some, you may be introducing him for the first time. They younger generation need to know those that make up our history. What they did and why and how it changed the world.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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You show the world a part of T.S. Eliot that they may not know. To some, you may be introducing him for the first time. They younger generation need to know those that make up our history. What they did and why and how it changed the world.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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Thank you so much, Mia, for this kind and thoughtful review! I greatly appreciate your time and support. Take care Debbie
Comment from karenina
It would seem that one of my sixes comes to stay with you, researcher and poetess extraordinaire! When I first happened upon Eliot ~ I believe it was my Junior year of H.S. ~ I was awestruck. He was so unlike the other poets I'd studied and read!
"I've measured out my life in coffee spoons" was the first "poster" I endeavored to create, so that I may always remember the importance of passionate pursuit of life and dreams and growth.
(I still have it within my memory chest)
Hopkins reads this faster than I've read it to myself. He is a master, isn't he? I'm struck by his pace...and intrigued by the subtle pauses, within.
You're a master as well, Debbie.
Congratulations on yet another poetic bio--with a rhyme scheme that endears and meter that reminds me of how much further I need to travel on this journey!
Karenina
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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It would seem that one of my sixes comes to stay with you, researcher and poetess extraordinaire! When I first happened upon Eliot ~ I believe it was my Junior year of H.S. ~ I was awestruck. He was so unlike the other poets I'd studied and read!
"I've measured out my life in coffee spoons" was the first "poster" I endeavored to create, so that I may always remember the importance of passionate pursuit of life and dreams and growth.
(I still have it within my memory chest)
Hopkins reads this faster than I've read it to myself. He is a master, isn't he? I'm struck by his pace...and intrigued by the subtle pauses, within.
You're a master as well, Debbie.
Congratulations on yet another poetic bio--with a rhyme scheme that endears and meter that reminds me of how much further I need to travel on this journey!
Karenina
Comment Written 29-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024
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What another wonderful review, Karenina! Thank you so much. Your lovely words, particularly in your second paragraph, are an absolute delight to read. And I'm so grateful for all the time, kindness and support you give me. Take care Debbie
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I always love your writing!
Proud to be a fan!
