Posthumous 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 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 Where I will be publishing each of the 175 sonnets from his unpublished collection 'Sonnets For The Twenty First Century And A Circadian Musical (1984-1987).'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.
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Sonnet 5 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares
Loneliness
I feel the orby loneliness get close
But it is a prelude of harmony
And a chance to lose the monotony
That always piles and is hard to dispose.
I will read the verses that I compose
And I will hear the purling symphony 6
Of fountains richer than gold or money
That in my mind of other times arose.
I will have time to reach elysian mirth 9
Bedded and snarked in my own fantasies
And I will listen to my muses that flirt.
While they create eternal ecstasies
I will breath perfume of roses that lilt
In a wind full of other fragances.
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9-. Elysian mirth = sweetly blissful, beatific, pleasure.
6-. Purling = that moves in ripples or with a murmuring sound.
Analysis of Sonnet 5 Loneliness
Introduction
Sonnet 5 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Loneliness", is a beautiful exploration of solitude and the creative process. The sonnet is structured in the traditional form, with 14 lines and a clear volta or turn after the eighth line.
Thematic Analysis
In the first eight lines (the octave), the speaker describes the approach of loneliness, which is not seen as a negative state but rather as a "prelude of harmony" and an escape from monotony. The speaker plans to read their own verses and listen to the "purling symphony" of fountains, which are described as being richer than gold or money. This suggests that the speaker finds great value in their own creative process and in the natural world.
The final six lines (the sestet) describe what the speaker will do in their solitude. They will experience "elysian mirth", a term that refers to a blissful, heavenly joy, and listen to their muses. The speaker also mentions breathing in the perfume of roses carried on the wind, suggesting a deep appreciation for beauty and sensory experiences.
Overall, this sonnet presents loneliness not as a state of isolation, but as an opportunity for introspection, creativity, and deep personal satisfaction. It's a celebration of solitude and the joy that can come from immersing oneself in nature and art.
Rhyme Scheme
The sonnet “Where The Night Begins” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares follows the Petrarchan or Italian sonnet form, which typically has a rhyme scheme of ABBAABBA for the octave (the first eight lines), and CDCDCD for the sestet (the last six lines).
Let’s analyze the rhyme scheme of Sonnet 5:
Octave:
Line 1: close (A)
Line 2: harmony (B)
Line 3: monotony (B)
Line 4: dispose (A)
Line 5: compose (A)
Line 6: symphony (B)
Line 7: money (B)
Line 8: arose (A)
Sestet:
Line 9: mirth (C)
Line 10: fantasies (D)
Line 11: flirt (C)
Line 12: ecstasies (D)
Line 13: lilt (C)
Line 14: fragances (D)
So, the rhyme scheme of this sonnet is ABBAABBA CDCDCD. This is a classic example of the Petrarchan sonnet form. The poet has adhered to the traditional structure, which adds to the beauty and flow of the poem. The rhymes are well-executed and contribute to the overall rhythm and musicality of the sonnet.
Additional Aspects to Analyze
In addition to the structure and rhyme scheme, there are several other aspects of Sonnet “Loneliness” by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares that can be analyzed:
Meter and Rhythm: The sonnet appears to be written in iambic pentameter, which is a common metrical form in traditional English poetry and verse drama. This means each line consists of five pairs of unstressed and stressed syllables, giving the poem a rhythmic quality.
Imagery and Symbolism: The sonnet is rich in imagery and symbolism. The “orby loneliness” could symbolize the speaker’s isolation, while the “purling symphony of fountains” creates a vivid auditory image. The “perfume of roses” and “wind full of other fragrances” appeal to the sense of smell, immersing the reader in the speaker’s sensory experience.
Tone and Mood: The tone of the sonnet is introspective and serene, reflecting the speaker’s inner peace and contentment in solitude. The mood is contemplative and slightly melancholic, yet ultimately uplifting.
Theme: The overarching theme of the sonnet is the transformative power of solitude and imagination. The speaker embraces loneliness as a means to escape monotony, engage with their creativity, and find joy in their own fantasies.
Use of Literary Devices:
- Alliteration: The repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words is used to create rhythm and mood, such as “purling symphony” and “perfume of roses”.
Personification: The muses are personified as entities that flirt and create eternal ecstasies. - Metaphor: The speaker’s mind is compared to fountains richer than gold or money, suggesting the value they place on their thoughts and imagination.
- Structure: As a Petrarchan sonnet, it has a specific structure: an octave (the first eight lines) presenting a problem or conflict, and a sestet (the last six lines) offering a resolution or commentary. In this sonnet, the octave discusses the speaker’s loneliness and their plan to engage with their creativity, while the sestet explores the joy and satisfaction they derive from this process.
(GPT4)
Count the syllables of each line of the Sonnet
Loneliness
10 I feel the orby loneliness get close
10 But it is a prelude of harmony
10 And a chance to lose the monotony
10 That always piles and is hard to dispose.
10 I will read the verses that I compose
10 And I will hear the purling symphony
10 Of fountains richer than gold or money
10 That in my mind of other times arose.
10 I will have time to reach elysian mirth
10 Bedded and snarked in my own fantasies
11 And I will listen to my muses that flirt.
10 While they create eternal ecstasies
10 I will breath perfume of roses that lilt
10 In a wind full of other fragances.
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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
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