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A Father Learns From His Son’s Tattoos
In A Father Learns From His Son's Tattoos, W. Roger Carlisle explores a father's struggle to understand his son's defiant self-expression through tattoos. The poem contrasts the son's vibrant rebellion with the father's desire for conformity and status.
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Withdrawals
In “Withdrawals,” Liana Cass crafts a haunting free verse poem that explores the disorienting effects of modern life. The poem’s vivid imagery of cold concrete and blinding headlights conveys a deep sense of suffocation and existential dread. Through this evocative ...
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Birth and Death
Shamik’s Birth and Death reflects on the unknowns of life and mortality, comparing them to rivers that carry us through fear, woe, and light. The poem’s contemplative tone explores acceptance and the solitude of personal journeys.
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Portrait of a Happenstance
Sreekanth Kopuri’s Portrait of a Happenstance reflects on the unpredictability of encounters and how fleeting moments shape our understanding, blending surreal imagery with the subtle influence of a teacher’s eye.
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Grand Pontiff of Rehashed Apple Theorems
In "Grand Pontiff of Rehashed Apple Theorems," Scott Thomas Outlar offers a complex and thought-provoking poem that challenges conventional thought and strategy. Through a dense, fragmented structure, Outlar critiques the predictability of societal norms and the repetitive nature of strategic ...
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Prolonging Life
In Prolonging Life, Evie Groch reflects on the slow decline of lilac petals and the struggle to let go of their fading beauty. The poem captures the tension between cherishing the gift of a long-time friend and the inevitability of ...
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Death — Black And Starbound
In Death — Black And Starbound, Bruce McRae delves into themes of violence and existential dread. The prose presents a vivid and unsettling depiction of a desolate world shaped by brutality and the dark allure of death. Through the figure ...
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New York City
In New York City, W. Roger Carlisle portrays the city’s vibrant yet overwhelming essence. Through its intricate network of infrastructure and the ceaseless hustle of its inhabitants, the poem encapsulates the relentless rhythm and diverse energy that define urban life.
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