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@ Francisco Luis
2023-12-29 00:07:37Posthumous 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 Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987).'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
"Earth Sojourns"
Introduction
Sonnet 30 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Earth Sojourns," is a reflection on the state of the world and the consequences of human actions.
Thematic Analysis
The sonnet begins with a reflection on the earth’s journey and its longing for its original, unspoiled state (“Our earth sojourns and dreams of evergreen”). The poet laments the havoc that each passing day brings, possibly referring to environmental degradation.
The “dark umbrellas” could symbolize the looming threats that cover our world. The “screenage of the hearts of rock” might refer to the hardened hearts of people in this digital age, who are often detached from nature and each other.
The phrase “enough shovels provoke more dimensions toward destructive sheen” is an allusion to the book “With Enough Shovels” by Robert Scheer. In this book, Scheer criticizes the U.S. government’s civil defense plans during the Cold War, particularly the idea that nuclear war could be survivable with enough fallout shelters (“shovels”). This allusion suggests that the poet is critiquing the arms race and the threat of nuclear war.
The final lines depict leaders who maintain a facade of innocence while stockpiling weapons, contributing to a balance of terror. The poet seems to suggest that these actions steal peace from the world.
In summary, "Earth Sojourns" is a poignant reflection on the state of the world, the consequences of human actions, and the longing for a return to a more harmonious and peaceful existence. The poem serves as a critique of the destructive forces that have taken hold of the earth and the hypocrisy of those who perpetuate them.
Structure and Rhyme Scheme
Let’s analyze the rhyme scheme of the sonnet “Earth Sojourns” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares.
A sonnet traditionally consists of 14 lines. The English or Shakespearean sonnet is typically composed of three quatrains (four-line stanzas) and a final couplet (two lines), with a rhyme scheme of ABAB CDCD EFEF GG. However, this sonnet does not follow the traditional English sonnet structure.
Let’s assign a letter to each end rhyme in the poem:
``` Our earth sojourns and dreams of evergreen (A) Each passing day running into havoc (B) Nostalgically trying to evoke (A) The celestial garden our place has been.(B)
Dark umbrellas cover this world, so keen (C) Meant for the screenage of the hearts of rock (D) And their spores with enough shovels provoke (C) More dimensions toward destructive sheen.(D)
History grows tragic with our error (E) Of mutual balances of terror (F) While for the mind there is no more a role... (E) The belligerent business stockpiles high (F)
Under cordial smiles of leaders that sigh (G) And look innocent of the peace arms stole. (G) ```
So, the rhyme scheme of this sonnet is ABAB CDCD EFEF GG, which is consistent with the structure of an English or Shakespearean sonnet. However, it’s worth noting that the poet has used slant rhymes in some places, where the words share some but not all sounds (for example, “error” and “terror”). This adds a unique touch to the poem.
Analysis of Aspects
Let’s delve deeper into the sonnet “Earth Sojourns” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares. We’ve already discussed the rhyme scheme and some thematic elements, so let’s now focus on the meter, imagery, and tone of the poem.
Meter: The sonnet does not strictly adhere to the iambic pentameter (five pairs of unstressed/stressed syllables) often found in traditional sonnets. However, there is a rhythmic quality to the lines that contributes to the overall flow of the poem.
Imagery: The poem is rich in imagery, painting vivid pictures in the reader’s mind. For instance, “Our earth sojourns and dreams of evergreen” evokes an image of a planet yearning for its pristine, natural state. “Dark umbrellas cover this world” suggests a sense of looming danger or threat.
Tone: The tone of the poem is somber and critical. The poet expresses concern about the state of the world, particularly regarding environmental degradation and the threat of nuclear war. This is evident in lines like “History grows tragic with our error” and “The belligerent business stockpiles high”.
Allusion: The poem also contains an allusion to Robert Scheer’s book “With Enough Shovels”. This reference serves to underscore the poet’s critique of nuclear proliferation and its potential consequences.
Symbolism: The “dark umbrellas” could symbolize looming threats or dangers. The “shovels” in line 7 are symbolic of fallout shelters, referencing Scheer’s book and the idea of surviving nuclear war.
In conclusion, this sonnet is a powerful commentary on humanity’s impact on the earth and the potential consequences of our actions. It uses vivid imagery, allusion, and symbolism to convey its message.
(GPT4)
Syllable count for each line.
```
Earth Sojourns
10 Our earth sojourns and dreams of evergreen
10 Each passing day running into havoc 10 Nostalgically trying to evoke 10 The celestial garden our place has been.10 Dark umbrellas cover this world, so keen 10 Meant for the screenage of the hearts of rock 10 And their spores with enough shovels provoke
10 More dimentions toward destructive sheen.10 History grows tragic with our error 10 Of mutual balances of terror 10 While for the mind there is no more a role... 10 The belligerent business stockpiles high 10 Under cordial smiles of leaders that sigh 10 And look innocent of the peace arms stole. *** ```
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
Earth Sojourns
