Analysis of The Alacrity of Egress: A Sonnet of Preparation
As portals commence egress with alacrity,
Though deemed a punishment, 'tis but a boon;
For in this interval of inactivity,
Lies preparation, not penalization.
Through stillness and repose, the soul is honed,
And readied for the trials yet to come;
Thus let not idle time be viewed with scorne,
But as an opportunity to become.
So when the portals open wide and grand,
We'll find ourselves prepared to face the fray;
And in the end, we'll understand
The purpose in this interval of dismay.
Thus let us welcome egress, and with zest,
Embrace the chance to ready and progress.
| Scheme | ABABCDBDEFEFGH |
|---|---|
| Poetic Form | |
| Metre | 110010110100 1101001101 101100100100 101011 1100010111 0101010111 1111011111 1110100101 1101010101 11001011101 0001101 01001100101 1111001011 010111001 |
| Closest metre | Iambic pentameter |
| Characters | 573 |
| Words | 111 |
| Sentences | 4 |
| Stanzas | 1 |
| Stanza Lengths | 14 |
| Lines Amount | 14 |
| Letters per line (avg) | 32 |
| Words per line (avg) | 7 |
| Letters per stanza (avg) | 454 |
| Words per stanza (avg) | 99 |
About this poem
This sonnet, written in complex and elevated language, explores the idea that the period of inactivity and waiting, often seen as punishment, is actually a time of preparation for what is to come. The imagery of "portals" and "egress" adds a sense of movement and transition, while the use of words such as "alacrity" and "zest" convey a sense of eagerness and enthusiasm. The repetition of the phrase "interval of inactivity" highlights the importance of this period and the contrast of "preparation" and "penalization" emphasizes the positive aspect of this time. The final couplet encourages the reader to embrace this opportunity to ready and progress, rather than viewing it with scorn. more »
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