POETRY

Pen

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An acrostic tercet in iambic pentameter

A hand holding up a pen. It’s tip is emanating light through a dark, cosmic space.
Image: AI-generated using Adobe Firefly; Poetry: written by Tristan Robert Lange, Human-authored.

Please explain to me right now — in writing —
Exactly why I should ever conform
Now that I can write the truth that fights you.

© 2024 Tristan Robert Lange. All rights reserved.

POET’S NOTE: “The pen is mightier than the sword.” —Edward Bulwer-Lytton. This poem is another response to Sparkle City Magic’s Mystical Adventure ~ Week #2 prompts. The prompt used in this poem is pen.

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Tristan Robert Lange
Sparkle City Magic

Tristan Robert Lange: Poet exploring existentialism, emotion, society and gothic horror. Inspired by Poe and Morrison, blending dark imagery with deep insights.