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Sonnet Follia (Madness)
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Sonnet written for a writer's challenge on Lasting Impressions. I chose to write about the psychological condition known as 'Schizophrenia' and was inspired to do so by someone I know who has it. The Sonnet follows the Italian (or Pentrachian) form and is written in Iambic pentameter. I'd love constructive critique.

Thanks to Elga for the graphics.










Sonnet Follia





Tempestuous as stormy ocean tide

A strange phenomenon ascribed to moon

Hallucination hears that mocking tune

Philosopher of truth can't be denied

The trees gesticulate officiously

like sentries standing tall between the trails

Nefarious of sound, the scheming gales;

their voices mocking with profanity

Insanity has claim'd coherent thought.

Disease that like a demon rules with fear.

Escape impossible for death's dark bride.

Quiescent but for silent, scorching tear.

Veracity no longer is denied.

Her plans 'n dreams of future come to naught.


Chanti 2004 All rights reserved
                                                                                                                                  





    The first 8 lines of the sonnet produce the 'mood' and in the 9th line (Volta) the proposition is explained. In this case, the word 'Insanity'.  In the second line a cryptic clue is given. The word 'moon' in French is la lune from which 'lunatic' is derived. All the descriptive words used prior are clues to the condition.

Many many years ago this condition would be described as 'madness'.  Today we are more sensitive to this and other psychological conditions. Conditions such as shizophrenia are often well controlled with the correct drugs..
 
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 Reviews of "Sonnet Follia (Madness)"
Reviewed by Paul Williams
Reviewed on December 27, 2004
A beautiful, beautiful poem...outstanding!
Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)
Reviewed on December 20, 2004
A supreme work of art, both textually and graphically.
Mr. H. beat me to the punch, again, didn't he?
Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on December 17, 2004
Sad thing is some people are dignosed with shizophrenia, that really are hearing voices, and its not their mind cracking. Thanks for the sharing.
Reviewed by Jeff Mason
Reviewed on December 17, 2004
Chanti, how did I miss this? This is a beautiful creation! A splendid offering for mere perusal or for a challenge. You appear to have considerable talent. -- Jeff
Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on December 17, 2004
Most outstanding work Chanti!!

Love Tinka
Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU
Reviewed on December 17, 2004
"Sonnet Follia (Madness)".

This is a poetic Flower with aroma of knowledge and art.
The subject dealt was developed to its best. The lexicon
employed did enrich the poem. I liked the rhythm of this
composition, except in lines twelfth and fourteenth.

This poem was written in FREE VERSE – including free rhyme –
and it does add scent to the poetic Garden.

Healthy Long Creative Life, Poet!


Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Reviewed by Handsum Hart
Reviewed on December 17, 2004
very poetic and descriptive, a fine write
Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
Gem of a write....am very much impressed by your write...cheers...love n luck....BHUWAN!!
Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
stunning poetic display of misaligned dreams ...
Reviewed by George Jackson
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
I like the haunted (to me) feelings expressed here. You have a wonderful talent.
Reviewed by Al Swanson (Reader)
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
Hi Chanti, I thought this was quite interesting too, and how you captivated, al
Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
A captivating splendid sonnet Chanti! Talk about a golden pen
you must have used the ink of the gods, to create this beauty!
Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
Wow both words and graphics humble this simple poet. You are fantastic.

Felix
Reviewed by Janet Parker
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
The words are beautiful and flow well together. But I don't exactly understand the concept. Maybe it's because I can't read with all of those flashing lights behind the copy.
Reviewed by Anthony Hall
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
The method of your 'madness' is simply marvelous and intelligent!
Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
Such a disciplined creation, Chanti. Mesmerizing and captivating; and the graphic complements your sonnet to achieve the desired results. A superb job! Lots of love to you. Regis
Reviewed by Edwin Larson
Reviewed on December 16, 2004
Enjoyed this wonderful swashbuckling write and it wasn't even rated ARgh'rrrrr..:) ...Your son is lucky to have such a talented mother...

EDL
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