Greetings PiriPica !

I am currently reviewing as part of the tasks set by the "Game of Thrones" . I especially visited your port to dig your most precious gems then this piece appeared. In this review, I mainly focus on the positives of your piece and I may point some Areas for Improvement if found any. Without much a do, here are the things I noticed after delving deeper into the contents:


The poem "That Old Book" uses vivid imagery to explore the power of memories. The first stanza introduces an old book, hidden but precious, that catches the speaker's eye. The second stanza uses metaphors of time passing like a flight and memories being fleeting. The act of catching these memories is described as futile. The third stanza contrasts this with the permanence offered by the book. Touching and smelling the book brings a surge of peace and allows the speaker to revisit the past through its pages. The poem effectively conveys the feeling of nostalgia and the way objects can hold memories.

Imagery

The poem uses strong imagery to convey the speaker's emotions. The book is compared to a "precious gem," which suggests that it is valuable and cherished. The memories are described as "wings" that "fly on wings as fast as life," which emphasizes their fleeting nature. The "paper fibrous bed" of the book is a contrast to the fleeting memories, and it suggests that the book is a permanent repository for the past.

Structure

The poem is divided into three stanzas, each with four lines. The first stanza introduces the old book, the second stanza discusses the fleeting nature of memories, and the third stanza describes how the book allows the speaker to revisit the past. This structure is effective in conveying the poem's central message.

Language

The language of the poem is simple and direct. This makes the poem easy to understand and adds to its emotional impact. The use of figurative language, such as metaphors and similes, helps to create vivid images in the reader's mind.

Overall

"That Old Book" is a moving poem about the power of memories and the way objects can hold them. The poem's use of vivid imagery, strong structure, and simple language makes it effective in conveying its central message. Thank you for a wonderful read. Write on!


Best regards,
Gervic