Creative corner
Poetry
1) Â "Threads of Truth: A Poem Weaving Lessons from Literature"
These books may seem disparate and varied,
Yet, there's a common thread that's carried,
Through each story and each page,
A lesson for us, in this modern age.
In the Strange Case of Jekyll and Hyde,
We see the dangers of secrets we hide,
For our true selves will find a way,
To surface and cause our downfall someday.
Moby Dick teaches us to pursue,
Our dreams and goals, with passion true,
But also warns of obsession's curse,
That can lead us to a fate much worse.
Animal Farm is a cautionary tale,
Of how power corrupts and leaders fail,
We must be vigilant and hold fast,
To our freedoms, lest they don't last.
Far from the Madding Crowd shows,
That love can blossom amidst life's woes,
But we must choose wisely and with care,
For our hearts can lead us anywhere.
Heart of Darkness reveals a truth,
That beneath the surface lies the proof,
Of humanity's darker side,
That we must confront and not hide.
The Bluest Eye reminds us all,
Of how society can make us feel small,
But we must embrace our uniqueness true,
And own our beauty, both inside and through.
The Hairy Ape reflects the pain,
Of those who struggle to break their chain,
But also shows that within us all,
Lies the power to rise and stand tall.
The Namesake is a journey to find,
Identity and place, to define,
We must honour our roots and ancestry,
But also forge a path that's true to our identity.
In each book, there's a lesson to be learned,
A truth that can be deeply earned,
By reading with an open mind,
And in these stories, our own selves find.
2)Echoes of Literature
"Macbeth's Lament"
Oh, woe is me, for I have slain
My dearest friend, and thus the chain
Of guilt and horror now begins
To wrap around my soul like sins
"A Prideful Heart"
A heart too proud to see the truth
Of love that blooms in early youth
Is doomed to wander in despair
And miss the joy that could be there
"Longing for Light"
A long day's journey into night
Can make the brightest spirit blight
But hope can still ignite a spark
And lead us to a brand new start
"For Whom the Bells Toll"
The bells toll for us all, they say
No matter where we go or stay
So let us live our lives with care
And love and kindness always share
"Othello's Regret"
Oh, how I wish I could undo
The pain I caused, the love I slew
But now I'm left with naught but shame
And memories of my tragic game
"Hard Times, Soft Heart"
In hard times, it's easy to forget
The softness that our hearts beget
But let us not give in to fear
And hold each other ever near
"The Importance of Being Earnest"
To live a life with wit and style
And never let the heart grow vile
Is something we should all aspire
And to our souls, it will inspire
"Jude's Obscurity"
Jude the Obscure, oh what a fate
To live a life that's second-rate
But even in the darkest night
There's always hope for a new light
"The Waste Land's Lament"
Oh, what a waste this land has seen
Of love and life and all between
But even in the barren dust
The seeds of hope can still combust
"Orlando's Odyssey"
Orlando - a biography
Of one who dared to break free
From gender norms and societal rules
And charted a course that was his own to choose
"Gatsby's Dream"
The Great Gatsby, oh what a tale
Of love and wealth that could not prevail
But in the end, it's not the gold
But the dream of love that will always hold
"The Wretched's Call"
The Wretched of the Earth, they cry
For freedom, justice, and a life
That's filled with hope and dignity
And a world where all can truly be.