Analysis of The Two Faces of a Writer : The Split Personality



I am a paradox in human form, a split personality
A Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, a saint and a sinner
In real life, I don't kill people, I'm gentle and friendly
But in my writing, I'm a ruthless murderer, a cold-blooded killer
I wield my pen like a dagger, stabbing hearts with words
I spill ink like blood, staining pages with gore
I create characters only to torture and destroy them
I revel in their pain and suffering, their agony and despair
I am a master of horror, a lord of terror, a king of fear

But don't be fooled by my literary crimes, they are not real
They are only figments of my imagination, products of my mind
I don't harm anyone in reality, I'm harmless and kind
I respect life and value peace, I'm compassionate and mild
I don't enjoy violence or cruelty, I abhor them and detest
I write about them only to expose and critique them
To show the folly and evil of human nature, to mock and satirize
To make readers think and reflect, to challenge and provoke
I am a moralist, a reformer, a visionary, a sage

How can I be both, you may wonder, how can I reconcile
The two opposing sides of me, the good and the bad
The answer is simple, my darling, it's all a matter of style
I use different modes and genres, different tones and moods
I switch between comedy and tragedy, romance and horror
I adapt to the demands and expectations of my audience
I cater to their tastes and preferences, their whims and fancies
I am a versatile, a flexible, a adaptable, a skillful writer

But don't mistake my versatility for insincerity, I'm not a liar
I don't write to deceive or manipulate, I write to express and communicate
I don't hide behind masks or personas, I reveal myself in every line
I pour out my soul and heart, my thoughts and feelings
I share my experiences and insights, my hopes and dreams
I write about what I know and what I don't, what I love and what I hate
I write about everything and anything, whatever inspires and intrigues
I am a curious, a passionate, a honest, a authentic writer

But don't take my honesty for granted, I'm not a fool
I don't write to please or appease, I write to challenge and confront
I don't shy away from controversy or conflict, I embrace them and exploit
I write about the taboo and the forbidden, the dark and the hidden
I write about the things that make people uncomfortable and uneasy
I write about the things that make people angry and outraged
I write about the things that make people laugh and cry
I write about the things that make people human and alive
I am a daring, a bold, a courageous, a brave writer

But don't judge me by my bravery, I'm not a hero
I don't write to save or change the world, I write to understand and explore it
I don't claim to have answers or solutions, I only have questions and doubts
I write about the mysteries and complexities, the wonders and horrors
I write about the beauty and the ugliness, the joy and the sorrow
I write about the contradictions and paradoxes, the harmony and the chaos
I write about the things that puzzle and fascinate me, that trouble and haunt me
I write about the things that make me who I am, a paradox in human form
I am a seeker, a learner, a thinker, a writer.

The poem is part of a full version found in the book “Homo Sapiens” Part Part I - XIX, written by Mawphniang Napoleon. This book is part of the popular “Homo Sapiens” book series, which can be purchased online at various online bookstores, such as Amazon. The book is available for purchase for those who are interested in reading the complete version of the poem. Remember to get all the books from the “Homo Sapiens” series, as well as other books by the same author.   So, don’t hesitate and get a copy today from one of the many online bookstores.   

Khublei Shihajar Nguh,
(Dhanewad  )
(Thank you )


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Sentences 7
Stanzas 8
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Words per line (avg) 13
Letters per stanza (avg) 371
Words per stanza (avg) 89

About this poem

The poem is a self-portrait of the poet as a writer, who reveals his inner conflicts and contradictions, his motivations and aspirations, his strengths and weaknesses, and his identity and personality. It is also a reflection on the nature and purpose of writing, and the relationship between the writer and the reader, the writer and the society, and the writer and the world. It is a poem that celebrates the power and beauty of writing, as well as the challenges and risks of writing. It is a poem that invites the reader to think and reflect on their own paradoxes and contradictions, and to appreciate the diversity and complexity of human nature and experience. 

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Written on November 28, 2019

Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 15, 2024

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Mawphniang Napoleon

Mawphniang is a person who is always striving to live life to the fullest. He is someone who is always open to new ideas and ways of living and is unafraid to take risks in order to explore the unknown. He is passionate about life and is always looking for ways to make use of his time and energy. He has an inquisitive nature, and is always looking for answers to life's mysteries and questions. Though Mawphniang does not pretend to have all the answers, he is determined to taste life and live a simple life, without overcomplicating things. He's a person who appreciates the small moments and cherishes the little things in life. He enjoys spending time in nature, exploring the world, and connecting with people. He is a person who is always up for a new adventure and never stops learning. He is on a daily journey of self-discovery, trying to make sense of the world and his place in it. more…

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