The bitterness of this is intense, Terri. The distanced cynghanedd of
'lovely day' and 'living dead' forms a perfect envelope for the rest of the
poem. The last couplet might be written 'For example, the living dead' and
make a cleaner envelope.The second meaning in the central three lines where
'..moron' and 'similar terms' culled from the standard examination text,
take on their other meanings to reflect your bitterness. I am interested
Terri, in whether this is as cleverly crafted as I perceive it to be or a
more instant piece that devolves from the inner workings of a poetic
sensibility. Which sounds terribly grand. I know but I know you know what I
mean. Arthur.
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From: "alderoak" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, December 16, 2002 9:33 PM
Subject: New: English Homework
> English Homework
> (for Derek)
>
> A lovely day at school.
>
> Compare and contrast
> this oxymoron
> with other similar terms.
>
> The living dead
> for example.
>
>
> Terri )O(
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