Short Stories and Poems an Artistic Expression
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Short Stories and Poems an Artistic Expression
by David Hickox
Ashford University
Short Stories and Poems an Artistic Expression
While some believe that poetry and short stories are simply a way to quickly express a thought without any real depth or meaning, it does not take long to disprove this way of thinking. Poetry can be expressed in a simple and straight forward form and still have great depth and meaning. Poetry can also be presented in very specific forms such as a sonnet which is very structured. The specifications as to format vary depending on if it is an Italian sonnet or an English sonnet. (Clugston, 2010) Another style of poetry with a very specific structure is known as a haiku. The Japanese originated this style of poem, “a haiku poem creates a clear picture that stimulates a distinct emotion or spiritual insight” (as cited in Clugston, 2010, Haiku and Free Verse, para. 1). As for short stories, it has been found that they are plentiful and many are known as very distinguished writing. Even short stories that may not be considered distinguished can offer great insight and exhibit very competent works of art. (Mirrielees, 1951) Short stories and poems can be used as a way to express ideas from various aspects, leading people in an artistic way to take a deeper look at things that may influence their beliefs or feelings. Short stories and poetry use specific techniques or elements in order to draw the reader in. The author may use a narrator approach, even if the narrator is part of the story or poem. This is used to define the basis or background of what the short story or poem is about. Metaphors, symbolism, and tone are also some of the elements that can be used in both poetry and short stories. (Clugston, 2010) In poems and short stories themes are also exhibited that portray a level of significance to the literary art being presented. The previously mentioned elements along with a theme of death and impermanence will be used to look into...
by David Hickox
Ashford University
Short Stories and Poems an Artistic Expression
While some believe that poetry and short stories are simply a way to quickly express a thought without any real depth or meaning, it does not take long to disprove this way of thinking. Poetry can be expressed in a simple and straight forward form and still have great depth and meaning. Poetry can also be presented in very specific forms such as a sonnet which is very structured. The specifications as to format vary depending on if it is an Italian sonnet or an English sonnet. (Clugston, 2010) Another style of poetry with a very specific structure is known as a haiku. The Japanese originated this style of poem, “a haiku poem creates a clear picture that stimulates a distinct emotion or spiritual insight” (as cited in Clugston, 2010, Haiku and Free Verse, para. 1). As for short stories, it has been found that they are plentiful and many are known as very distinguished writing. Even short stories that may not be considered distinguished can offer great insight and exhibit very competent works of art. (Mirrielees, 1951) Short stories and poems can be used as a way to express ideas from various aspects, leading people in an artistic way to take a deeper look at things that may influence their beliefs or feelings. Short stories and poetry use specific techniques or elements in order to draw the reader in. The author may use a narrator approach, even if the narrator is part of the story or poem. This is used to define the basis or background of what the short story or poem is about. Metaphors, symbolism, and tone are also some of the elements that can be used in both poetry and short stories. (Clugston, 2010) In poems and short stories themes are also exhibited that portray a level of significance to the literary art being presented. The previously mentioned elements along with a theme of death and impermanence will be used to look into...