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.

Sonnet written by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares. Analyzed by GPT4 and www.howmanysyllables.com

Image by Leonardo.ai

Copyright 1989

Analysis of "Loneliness"

Sonnet 5 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares, titled "Loneliness," is a Petrarchan sonnet, which is divided into an octave (the first eight lines) and a sestet (the last six lines). The sonnet explores the theme of solitude and its potential to foster creativity and inner peace.

In the octave, the speaker initially presents loneliness as an encroaching entity, but quickly reframes it as a "prelude of harmony" and a break from monotony. The speaker intends to use this solitude to read his own verses and listen to the "purling symphony" of his thoughts, which he values more than material wealth. The use of the term "purling" suggests a gentle, flowing movement, perhaps indicating the fluidity and richness of his creative thoughts.

The sestet delves deeper into the speaker's creative process. He anticipates reaching "elysian mirth," a term that refers to a state of perfect happiness, often associated with the afterlife in Greek mythology. This bliss is found within his own fantasies and the muses that inspire him. The speaker also mentions the "perfume of roses," which could symbolize the beauty and pleasure derived from his creative process. The final line, "In a wind full of other fragrances," suggests that while the speaker appreciates the beauty of his own creations (the roses), he is also open to other influences and inspirations (the other fragrances).

Overall, the sonnet portrays loneliness not as a negative state, but as a fertile ground for creativity and self-discovery. The speaker finds value and joy in his solitude, using it as a catalyst for his creative endeavors. (GPT4)

Analyze the rhyme of the sonnet in detail

Sonnet 5 by Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares follows the rhyme scheme of a Petrarchan sonnet, which is typically divided into an octave (the first eight lines) and a sestet (the last six lines). The rhyme scheme of a Petrarchan sonnet is usually ABBAABBA for the octave and CDCDCD or CDECDE for the sestet.

However, this sonnet does not strictly adhere to the traditional Petrarchan rhyme scheme. Let's break it down:

1. I feel the orby loneliness get close (A)

2. But it is a prelude of harmony (B)

3. And a chance to lose the monotony (B)

4. That always piles and is hard to dispose. (A)

5. I will read the verses that I compose (A)

6. And I will hear the purling symphony (B)

7. Of fountains richer than gold or money (B)

8. That in my mind of other times arose. (A)

The octave follows an ABBAABBA rhyme scheme, which is typical of a Petrarchan sonnet.

9. I will have time to reach elysian mirth (C)

10. Bedded and snarked in my own fantasies (D)

11. And I will listen to my muses that flirt. (E)

12. While they create eternal ecstasies (C)

13. I will breath perfume of roses that lilt (D)

14. In a wind full of other fragances. (E)

The sestet, however, deviates from the traditional Petrarchan rhyme scheme, following a CDECDE pattern instead.

This deviation from the traditional rhyme scheme could be seen as a creative choice by the poet, perhaps to emphasize the theme of individuality and personal creativity that is explored in the sonnet.

Count the syllables of each line of the poem (www.howmanysyllables.com)

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.

Analyze the aspects that have yet to be analyzed

While we've discussed the theme, rhyme scheme, and some of the imagery in Francisco Luis Arroyave Tabares' Sonnet 5, there are still several aspects that can be further analyzed, including its meter, use of enjambment, and deeper exploration of its imagery and symbolism.

1-. Meter: Sonnets traditionally use iambic pentameter, a rhythmic pattern consisting of five pairs of unstressed-stressed syllables. However, this sonnet does not strictly adhere to iambic pentameter, which could be seen as a reflection of the poet's individualistic approach to creativity, a theme that is explored in the poem.

2-. Enjambment: This sonnet makes use of enjambment, which is the continuation of a sentence without a pause beyond the end of a line, couplet, or stanza. For example, the sentence "I will read the verses that I compose / And I will hear the purling symphony" spans two lines. This creates a flowing rhythm and can be seen as mirroring the "purling" (rippling, flowing) thoughts of the speaker.

3-. Imagery and Symbolism: The sonnet is rich in imagery and symbolism. The "orby loneliness" could symbolize the speaker's feeling of being enclosed or surrounded by solitude, while the "purling symphony" of fountains could represent the flow of creative thoughts. The "perfume of roses" and "wind full of other fragrances" could symbolize the beauty and diversity of the speaker's creative output. The "Elysian mirth" and "eternal ecstasies" suggest a transcendental, almost divine joy derived from the creative process.

4-. Tone and Mood: The tone of the sonnet is introspective and serene, reflecting the speaker's contentment with his solitude and creative process. The mood is uplifting and inspiring, encouraging readers to view solitude not as a negative state, but as a fertile ground for creativity and self-discovery.

5-. Alliteration and Assonance: The sonnet also uses alliteration (repetition of initial consonant sounds) and assonance (repetition of vowel sounds), which contribute to its musicality. For example, in the line "Bedded and snarked in my own fantasies," the repetition of the 'd' and 'n' sounds is a form of alliteration, while the repetition of the 'e' sound in "Bedded" and "snarked" is a form of assonance. (GPT4)

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