Review of The graveyard and other poems
Posted: 29 May 2023, 02:42
[Following is a volunteer review of "The graveyard and other poems" by Mae Bea Sayes.]
Daily events evoke emotions, and these emotions translate into writings that the writer finds pieces to pick together and make solid to gather a wholeness. However, the methodology the writer employs to deliver these feelings into writing plays a major role in its effects on readers.
It is widely believed that poetry is a particular genre of literature that uses the shortest and most concise ways of employing words in the shortest form possible. Hence, it is considered one of the most valued and prized genres of literature to ever exist. This, I believe, is what the writer, or supposedly the poet, considered while elevating his feelings into writing.
The book, a collection of poems, is filled with pieces ranging from exploration of several thematic inferences that occur usually from the day-to-day perspective of man, especially one told from the perspective of a peaceful person who tries to make peace from several gloomy incidents that have happened over time.
Furthermore, the author, Mae Bae Sayes, splits its trees into three, encompassing a bit of events, such as the avid description of a funeral, coupled with the elements of spiritualism, celestial beings, and events. On the other hand, the book delves deeply into its topical discourse of romance and unbridled love and their effects on the human personality. The book also further concludes its synopsis with apt descriptions of the beauty of nature and the serenity and peace it brings.
The graveyard and other poems appeals to me as an interesting piece, firstly because of how it addresses its subject matter as it presents the poems. Because it forwards its thematic elements addressing both the masculine and feminine genders, I found it quite exploratory. This is because it foregrounds a sense of inclusiveness from a generic point of view.
Secondly, I'd recommend that its pictorial references at every section in the book drew me closer and gave me a good idea as to what to read next. At certain intervals, I also noticed that the book's range of topical discoveries was one I yearned for. From touching gothic elements to moving across to silently touching costuming and culinary facets, all were ones that I found quite engaging. And as a result of its poetic effects, the author's choice of words was short and very descriptive. I bet one could even complete its reading in a sitting, which eased my way into its understanding.
I would admit that I found nothing wrong or distasteful about reading this collection of poems, especially as a result of the simple yet metaphoric inferences I deduced from them. Therefore, I would give it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars. It was expertly and professionally edited, so I found no errors in it as well.
I would further recommend it to avid fans of poetry and anyone who would love to delve into the poetic realm and be lost in its paths of discoveries. This is because it's truly a journey and and an experience that would leave them yearning for more.
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The graveyard and other poems
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
Daily events evoke emotions, and these emotions translate into writings that the writer finds pieces to pick together and make solid to gather a wholeness. However, the methodology the writer employs to deliver these feelings into writing plays a major role in its effects on readers.
It is widely believed that poetry is a particular genre of literature that uses the shortest and most concise ways of employing words in the shortest form possible. Hence, it is considered one of the most valued and prized genres of literature to ever exist. This, I believe, is what the writer, or supposedly the poet, considered while elevating his feelings into writing.
The book, a collection of poems, is filled with pieces ranging from exploration of several thematic inferences that occur usually from the day-to-day perspective of man, especially one told from the perspective of a peaceful person who tries to make peace from several gloomy incidents that have happened over time.
Furthermore, the author, Mae Bae Sayes, splits its trees into three, encompassing a bit of events, such as the avid description of a funeral, coupled with the elements of spiritualism, celestial beings, and events. On the other hand, the book delves deeply into its topical discourse of romance and unbridled love and their effects on the human personality. The book also further concludes its synopsis with apt descriptions of the beauty of nature and the serenity and peace it brings.
The graveyard and other poems appeals to me as an interesting piece, firstly because of how it addresses its subject matter as it presents the poems. Because it forwards its thematic elements addressing both the masculine and feminine genders, I found it quite exploratory. This is because it foregrounds a sense of inclusiveness from a generic point of view.
Secondly, I'd recommend that its pictorial references at every section in the book drew me closer and gave me a good idea as to what to read next. At certain intervals, I also noticed that the book's range of topical discoveries was one I yearned for. From touching gothic elements to moving across to silently touching costuming and culinary facets, all were ones that I found quite engaging. And as a result of its poetic effects, the author's choice of words was short and very descriptive. I bet one could even complete its reading in a sitting, which eased my way into its understanding.
I would admit that I found nothing wrong or distasteful about reading this collection of poems, especially as a result of the simple yet metaphoric inferences I deduced from them. Therefore, I would give it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars. It was expertly and professionally edited, so I found no errors in it as well.
I would further recommend it to avid fans of poetry and anyone who would love to delve into the poetic realm and be lost in its paths of discoveries. This is because it's truly a journey and and an experience that would leave them yearning for more.
******
The graveyard and other poems
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon