User talk:Csharratt


 * Christopher,

I like the contradictions idea a lot--or the notion of things that seem impossible. In terms of poetry, there are some forms that are pretty difficult. I think I've mentioned the villanelle in class. One of the most famous of them in modern times is Dylan Thomas' "Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night." Even harder than the villanelle is the sestina! A sestina on the subject of impossibility would be quite nice.
 * Best, Stevenarntson


 * Christopher,

How is this coming along? We'll talk about some more poetic forms today in class.
 * Best, Stevenarntson

This seems like a great idea. I'll be interested to see what sort of thread you'll use to connect the pieces. I'll definitely be talking about some poetic forms in my lectures, but also if you're ever stuck for an idea, please ask me. Poetics is a long-running interest of mine, and I have much information that probably won't make it into the class as the quarter goes on.
 * Good luck!
 * Stevenarntson