A Picture's Worth a Thousand Poems
Viewing comments for Chapter 9 "~A Warrior's Call~"A compilation of pictapoems from my portfolio
61 total reviews
Comment from Warren Rodgers
Hi Dean, This is very well written and tops in presentation! I like to read poetry in quiet so I actually turned the sound down to read it. Very powerfully written call to arms. Great alliteration and internal rhymes throughout and very entertaining. The iambic meter is a little off in a few lines but it did not distract me from the story. I see rd and father flaps have already covered that in their reviews so I won't go into details unless you want me to. Just let me know if you do. Super poem, my friend, and always the best presentation on fanstory.
All the best,
Rodger
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Hi Dean, This is very well written and tops in presentation! I like to read poetry in quiet so I actually turned the sound down to read it. Very powerfully written call to arms. Great alliteration and internal rhymes throughout and very entertaining. The iambic meter is a little off in a few lines but it did not distract me from the story. I see rd and father flaps have already covered that in their reviews so I won't go into details unless you want me to. Just let me know if you do. Super poem, my friend, and always the best presentation on fanstory.
All the best,
Rodger
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much for such an amazing compliment, Warren. I don't know about my work being the best presentation on FS, but I do go all out to entertain. I give one-hundred and fifty percent, because I believe if I expect people to read & enjoy it, then they deserve nothing but the best I can possibly give.
I addressed the issues that Father Flaps so kindly pointed out. I must admit, it does read much better now.
Thanks again for your wonderful review, my friend. I sincerely appreciate it!
Comment from Darkhorse555
summoned on the highland hill rising up suppressing the fear before death penned a excellent piece a warrior shouts shining beautiful
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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summoned on the highland hill rising up suppressing the fear before death penned a excellent piece a warrior shouts shining beautiful
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thanks very much, my dark fiend. I am overcome with joy by your wonderful, shining review!
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did I give you to many stars ha ha
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You can never have too many, my friend!
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oh I have a good one coming tomorrow right up your alley look forward to hear your preview talk to you soon pal
Comment from Bayberry
This is a most impressive posting. The ambiance is terrific...very warriorlike and deep. It's obvious you know your topic very well. You've done a wonderful job with this all the way. :>
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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This is a most impressive posting. The ambiance is terrific...very warriorlike and deep. It's obvious you know your topic very well. You've done a wonderful job with this all the way. :>
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thanks you so much for that wonderful compliment, rhymester. I sincerely appreciate it!
Comment from RodG
Hi Dean,
Indeed I enjoyed this heroic epic of a warrior's call to arms. I love how you embrace both internal and end rhyme and take us back in time to the Dark Ages when the land of the Celts was constantly being invaded. This poem certainly lives up to the tradition of such epics as Beowulf. Thank god you didn't write it in Old English.
RodG
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Hi Dean,
Indeed I enjoyed this heroic epic of a warrior's call to arms. I love how you embrace both internal and end rhyme and take us back in time to the Dark Ages when the land of the Celts was constantly being invaded. This poem certainly lives up to the tradition of such epics as Beowulf. Thank god you didn't write it in Old English.
RodG
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Hah, well, I did think about it, Rod, I have to admit. But, I wanted the message to come across loud and clear, requiring little, if no, interpretation. I am very happy to know that you feel I made the right decision...
Thanks for the wonderful review!
Comment from poet.wayne
Awesome! From the Gothic style of writing, to the perfectly matched tune... I got more an image of the Christian's call to battle against Satan's unnumbered minions... Either way, the battle line between good and evil is clearly set forth!
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Awesome! From the Gothic style of writing, to the perfectly matched tune... I got more an image of the Christian's call to battle against Satan's unnumbered minions... Either way, the battle line between good and evil is clearly set forth!
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thanks very much, PW! I am very glad that you caught the whole "Good vs. Evil" connotation. I appreciate that!
Comment from 9999pool
The artistic flavor and flair of the Celtic warriors is definitely present int his write.
The language and words were chosen to create an atmosphere of Celtic warriors fending off the enemies from outside.
To defend what was rightly theirs to behold, all were called into battle with the gathering of great warriors to fight for their cause and land.
Great write and well penned.
Cheerio, Ritchie.
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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The artistic flavor and flair of the Celtic warriors is definitely present int his write.
The language and words were chosen to create an atmosphere of Celtic warriors fending off the enemies from outside.
To defend what was rightly theirs to behold, all were called into battle with the gathering of great warriors to fight for their cause and land.
Great write and well penned.
Cheerio, Ritchie.
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thank you so much for you thoughtful review, Ritchie. I do appreciate it, very much.
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Hi Dean,
I have been influenced by your writings and have written a poem for you called "Insidious" - enjoy! LOL.
Cheerio, Ritchie. :))
Comment from GE Parson
Dear Dean,
That is quite interesting information about the warriors of old. Their painting of their faces and such reminds me of my ancestors, the Iowa Indians who use to go into battle with painted faces and war cries.
Keep up the good research work. I learned new history every time I read your poems which are based on historical facts.
Have a great week end.
Your friend,
Jerry
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Dear Dean,
That is quite interesting information about the warriors of old. Their painting of their faces and such reminds me of my ancestors, the Iowa Indians who use to go into battle with painted faces and war cries.
Keep up the good research work. I learned new history every time I read your poems which are based on historical facts.
Have a great week end.
Your friend,
Jerry
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much for taking time out of your busy schedule to read and review it for me, Mr. Parson. I sincerely appreciate that!
Comment from Domino 2
I think meter adds so much to rhyme and structure, and you've nailed it here.
This is one of the most dramatic and moving poems I've read - and I don't offer such high praise easily.
16th line is the only one that I tripped on meter, but that's a minor nit-pick.
You capture the feeling of battle in olden times with poetic and effective word usage - Determined and romantic to defend one's homeland.
I'm not sure about the background battle-cry music - it's very apt and sends chills down the spine, but it did distract from the read a little. I'm definitely enjoying it now I've finished, and am typing.
TOP TOP CLASS!!!
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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I think meter adds so much to rhyme and structure, and you've nailed it here.
This is one of the most dramatic and moving poems I've read - and I don't offer such high praise easily.
16th line is the only one that I tripped on meter, but that's a minor nit-pick.
You capture the feeling of battle in olden times with poetic and effective word usage - Determined and romantic to defend one's homeland.
I'm not sure about the background battle-cry music - it's very apt and sends chills down the spine, but it did distract from the read a little. I'm definitely enjoying it now I've finished, and am typing.
TOP TOP CLASS!!!
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thanks very much for that wonderful compliment and such high praise, Teddy Bears All. I have always felt that if I expect fellow writers to read what I've written, then the least I can do is give them 110% in my writing. I am happy to know that, on this particular piece, anyway, you felt I accomplished that goal...
Thanks again, sincerely.
Comment from JM daSilva
This would be great for a video game or a book like Fire & Ice. I had no idea you had that in you too. So different from your usual horror fare. Great surprise.
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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This would be great for a video game or a book like Fire & Ice. I had no idea you had that in you too. So different from your usual horror fare. Great surprise.
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thanks, my good friend, I am very happy that I could pull off a surprise on you, hah ha! I've never wanted to "locked" into one genre or another. Like I say in my profile bio, I have simply always leaned towards everything horror. I like to challenge my self, and write a little bit of history, or perhaps, a love poem once in a while. Maybe comedy, or satire...But, horror is my first, true love...
Comment from Gert sherwood
No doubt in my mind Dean your arms to arms poem definitely deserves a six rating.
I liked your graphic and your gift of writing poetry.
Need I say more no.
Gert
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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No doubt in my mind Dean your arms to arms poem definitely deserves a six rating.
I liked your graphic and your gift of writing poetry.
Need I say more no.
Gert
Comment Written 25-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much for what you DID say, Gert. I believe that it was more than enough, my friend.