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@ Francisco Luis
2023-12-29 12:45:57Posthumous work of the Colombian poet born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948
. Welcome to this blog dedicated to the Posthumous work of the Colombian poet Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares (my father), born in Don Matias on January 20, 1948-2010. Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987). Analyzed with GPT4 artificial intelligence and illustrated with AI tools... I hope you enjoy this garden of words snatched from the solitude of a locked room.
Likewise, any enthusiast of the sonnet form is invited to conduct their personal studies of Arroyave Tabares' work, as it is a collection that, although registered since 1989, has not yet been published.
Frank Duna
Analysis "So Much"
Introduction
Sonnet 33 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "So Much," is a contemplative poem that explores themes of loss, impermanence, and the human experience.
Thematic Analysis
Octave (Lines 1-8): The octave introduces the theme of the poem: the overwhelming sense of loss and longing in the world. The speaker talks about the world fading away, faces etched in solitude, and dreams that are withered or ‘sere’. The speaker also mentions how fate often erases what is valuable to us. The octave sets a melancholic tone and presents a bleak picture of the world.
Sestet (Lines 9-14): The sestet shifts the focus from the general state of the world to more personal experiences. The speaker talks about a wedding song that ends too soon, symbolizing fleeting happiness. The speaker also mentions the struggle of learning to live through many years and the difficulty of understanding one’s own mind. However, the final line introduces a note of optimism and balance, suggesting that despite all the hardships, there is still much to give and receive in life.
This sonnet beautifully captures the dichotomy of life - the pain and loss, but also the potential for giving and receiving love. It’s a poignant reflection on the human condition.
Structure and Rhyme Scheme
The rhyme scheme (ABBA ABBA CCD EED) is a variant of the Petrarchan sonnet form. Let’s analyze how this scheme applies to the sonnet “So Much” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares:
Octave (ABBA ABBA):
1. There is so much we need to cry, so much, (A) 2. For a world that fades in many places (B) 3. And in which we can find all those faces (B) 4. Etched in solitude and out of love's touch. (A) 5. So much to whimsy and sere dreams we clutch (A) 6. Even if soon there will be no traces (B) 7. Because fate most of the time erases (B) 8. What is gold or what means to us as such. (A)Sestet (CCD EED):
9. Sometimes, hymenean song just started (C) 10. And after midnight it has departed, (C) 11. So many years we need to learn to live...(D) 12. And so much we spend in never finding (E) 13. The bottom of mind that keeps expanding, (E) 14. So much there is to give and to receive. (D)The octave presents a problem or explores a theme, and the sestet provides a resolution or commentary on it. In this sonnet, the octave discusses the vastness of human experience (“so much”) and the sestet reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the endless pursuit of understanding.
Analysis of Aspects
In addition to analyzing the rhyme scheme, there are several other aspects of the poem worth examining, such as:
Language and Imagery: The language used in the sonnet is rich and evocative, with a strong emphasis on imagery. The poet uses phrases like “a world that fades,” “faces etched in solitude,” and “whimsy and sere dreams” to paint a vivid picture of the themes he’s exploring. The use of the word “hymenean,” referring to a wedding song, is particularly striking, symbolizing fleeting moments of joy.
Themes: The sonnet explores themes of transience, solitude, fate, and the struggle of human existence. The octave focuses on the fading world and the solitude of its inhabitants, while the sestet shifts to a more personal introspection about life’s struggles and the continuous cycle of giving and receiving.
Meter: The sonnet appears to follow the iambic pentameter, which is a common meter in English poetry and particularly in sonnets. This means each line typically contains five pairs of syllables, with the stress falling on the second syllable of each pair.
Overall, the sonnet is a poignant reflection on the human condition, exploring the transience of life and the struggle to find meaning. The shift from the octave to the sestet, from a general lament about the world to a personal introspection, is effectively done and adds depth to the poem. The rich language and vivid imagery enhance the themes and make the sonnet a compelling piece of poetry. The use of the Petrarchan sonnet form, with its specific rhyme scheme and structure, contributes to the rhythm and flow of the poem. The meter, while not strictly adhered to in every line, generally follows the pattern of iambic pentameter, adding to the musicality of the sonnet.
(GPT4)
Syllable count for each line.
``` So Much
10 There is so much we need to cry, so much, 10 For a world that fades in many places 10 And in which we can find all those faces 10 Etched in solitude and out of love's touch.
10 So much to whimsy and sere dreams we clutch
10 Even if soon there will be no traces 10 Because fate most of the time erases 10 What is gold or what means to us as such.10 Sometimes, hymenean song just started
10 And after midnight it has departed, 10 So many years we need to learn to live... 10 And so much we spend in never finding 10 The bottom of mind that keeps expanding, 10 So much there is to give and to receive. *** ```
Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical Written By Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares (1984-1987)
Analyzed by GPT4; Image by leonardo.ai; First published on Nostr Protocol by franciscoarroyavet@nostrplebs.com
So Much