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| Concrete Poetry in Epitaphs |
| The team discussed the concept of "concrete poetry" and its application in epitaphs. They analyzed various poems, focusing on their themes, language, and metaphysical aspects. The discussion also touched upon the idea of a virtual person walking through a cemetery, triggering different moments from the lives of the deceased. The team debated whether the poems represent a single moment in the person's life or if they evolve over time, becoming more metaphysical. They also considered the possibility of the poems being written as jokes or ironic statements. |
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| Village Life and Epitaphs Discussion |
| The team discussed the lives of people in a village, focusing on how they sum up their lives and the importance of their epitaphs. They analyzed the characters' perspectives, with some being bitter and others more introspective. The team also discussed the idea of reevaluating one's life after death, with some characters not having the chance to do so. They also touched on the concept of judging others based on their lives and the importance of understanding the depth of these characters. The team concluded by discussing the idea of people changing their minds after death, with some characters not having the opportunity to do so. |
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| Themes and Characters in a Book |
| The team discussed the themes and characters in a book, focusing on the author's views on power, hypocrisy, and redemption. They analyzed specific stories, such as the wife who had an affair with a younger man and the town marshal who was hired despite his past as a drunk. The discussion also touched on the author's apparent dislike for bankers, lawyers, and the clergy. The team debated the author's perspective on the reality beneath the surface of small-town life, with some members questioning whether the author's views were based on his own fears or a grim idea of reality. The conversation ended with a discussion on the author's apparent preference for stories of redemption. |
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| Analyzing Poems and Historical Figures |
| In the meeting, the participants discussed the reception of poems in their town and the historical figures they were based on. They also analyzed the style and themes of the poems, with some comparing them to Shakespearean and epic styles. The discussion also touched on the idea of life being an ogre and the portrayal of various characters in the poems, including those who were happy with their lives despite the mocking of others. |
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| Analyzing the Relevance of a Poem |
| In the meeting, the team discussed the relevance of a particular poem from an anthology. They analyzed the poem's themes of darkness, truth, and the importance of seeing multiple perspectives. The team also discussed the contemporary resonance of the poem, particularly in relation to the sanitization of history. One team member expressed her appreciation for the anthology, noting its profound and relatable content, despite it being written early in history. The team also discussed the potential for other works, such as Winesburg, Ohio, to be explored in future meetings. |
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| Poetry Analysis and Modernist Influence |
| In the meeting, the group discussed various poems and their influences. They analyzed the themes and stylistic elements of different works, including those by Whitman, Masters, and others. The discussion also touched upon the influence of modernist art on the group's understanding of poetry. The group debated the inclusion of certain elements in a particular poem, questioning the author's intentions and the role of the publisher. They also discussed the potential reasons for the inclusion of a second epilogue in a book, which they found to be a strange choice. |
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| Edgar Lee Masters' Life and Work |
| In the meeting, the group discussed the life and work of poet Edgar Lee Masters, particularly his book "Spoon River Anthology". They noted that Masters' later work was considered mediocre compared to his earlier work. The group also discussed the burial site of Masters and the inscription on his tombstone. They ended the conversation by discussing the upcoming meeting on Shakespeare's "Love's Labour's Lost" and the date for the next meeting. |
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