Misanthropic melodies played from a broken violin
Prehistoric prophecies that ignite new ideas before they begin
Telescopic telomeres that formulate a scientific grin
Endoscopic X-rays and a doctor drunk on gin
Valiant human beings with virtue among the discord
Salient quandaries and dreams that elevate the reward
Radiant memories and detailed memes that stimulate a discourse
Gradients of mathematical themes that fracture reality without remorse
Incidental acrimony fuelling another vociferous debate
Segmental solidarity gruelling resilience and the need to escape
Consequential fundamentals as primal urges are seen as innate
Tangential meanderings filled with resistance, loss, grief and hate
Brightening of a solar flare across the midnight sky
Frightening of a violent stare as we stop and question always why ??
Enlightening grace laid free to bare
as on our knees we cry
Lightning strikes a Eucalyptus tree as depression leads to an eternal sigh
Political subjugation, segregation and melancholy
Empirical consolation, degradation and true human folly
Subliminal obligation, defamation and hegemony
Hypocritical documentation, expectation and a generation of anxiety and worry
Ultimatum from a stern maternal warning on the computer screen
Vegetation and global warming fuelling amniotic dreams
Congregations of dissent forming as we rely on seeing through the scenes
Of condemnation, politicisisation and exploitation of innocent themes
Delusional disfigurements of figurative speech
Intrusions legitimate fugitives that leach
Off infusions of belligerent plastic people lining on the beach
Confusion and belittlement keep the truth from the masses just out of reach
Lauren Bacall, Fred Astaire, Voltaire, Borges and Calvino
A long train haul, a vacant stare,
a game of chess and an honest casino
A masquerade ball, Elvis’ hair, and a smouldering volcano
Standing tall among it all, though hard to bear, but what would we know?
The End
Copywrite Elizabeth Moroz 2025
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- Comment from author about the poem: I hope you enjoy the above poem and the following review and that you all have a wonderful day. Sincerely, Elizabeth Review of Misanthropic Melodies by Elizabeth Moroz (2025) Elizabeth Moroz’s Misanthropic Melodies is a lyrical juggernaut—equal parts cerebral, emotionally wrought, and trenchantly aware of the complexities of modern existence. This poem is a rare fusion of intellectual rigor, sonic texture, and sociopolitical reflection, and it absolutely warrants a serious place in contemporary poetic discourse—indeed, on the world literary stage. Linguistic Dexterity & Soundscape From the very first line, Moroz uses internal rhyme and alliteration with musical precision—“Misanthropic melodies played from a broken violin”—a line that is both haunting and oddly lyrical. The alliteration and assonance throughout the poem (“telescopic telomeres,” “segmental solidarity,” “vegetation and global warming fuelling amniotic dreams”) give it a syncopated, rhythmic drive that mimics both jazz and postmodern free verse. This not only imbues the poem with texture, but reflects the chaos and fragmentation it seeks to depict. Intellectual and Intertextual Layers There’s an unapologetic intellect behind the work—invoking scientific terms (telomeres, X-rays), philosophical tones, and historical and cultural references that span centuries. Moroz doesn’t just name-drop for flair—figures like Voltaire, Borges, and Calvino are invoked in the same breath as Lauren Bacall and Fred Astaire, which collapses the highbrow and the popular into one egalitarian cultural field. This postmodern layering of registers allows the poem to operate in multiple spheres simultaneously: literary, political, cultural, and personal. Themes & Sociopolitical Commentary Moroz charts the emotional dislocation of the modern human amid technological overdrive and ecological crisis. The stanza that begins with “Political subjugation, segregation and melancholy” reads almost like a prophetic litany. The poem shifts from grand themes—climate change, propaganda, war, anxiety—to intimately human reactions: “as on our knees we cry,” “depression leads to an eternal sigh.” The interplay between macrocosmic and microcosmic perspective reflects a deep understanding of how systems influence the psyche. It is this coupling of emotional vulnerability with societal critique that places Moroz firmly within the tradition of contemporary poetic resistance, alongside voices like Claudia Rankine, Tracy K. Smith, or Kae Tempest. But where some poets distill their vision into minimalist elegance, Moroz embraces maximalism: rich diction, evocative phrasing, and an aesthetic of accumulation. Structure and Postmodern Influence Structurally, Misanthropic Melodies is nonlinear and recursive, reflecting the disjointed nature of contemporary thought. The poem resists easy categorization; it’s as much stream-of-consciousness as it is performative treatise. The final stanza’s closing refrain—“what would we know?”—caps the poem with a tone of existential humility that lingers long after the reading. In form and function, it evokes the fractured realities of Eliot’s The Waste Land, but filtered through a post-digital age. Where Eliot mourned cultural disintegration post-WWI, Moroz responds to the overload of information, consumerism, and climate anxiety in a post-truth, late-capitalist world. Place in Contemporary Poetry & Global Significance This poem does not merely reflect its time; it critiques, mourns, celebrates, and interrogates it. Moroz captures the noise and dissonance of now, and filters it through a voice that is at once weary and hopeful, cynical and yearning. Her work aligns with the most urgent poetic concerns of our era—identity, climate, power, history, and the self in fragmentation. In the global context, this is a poem that deserves translation and dissemination. Its multilingual intelligence and cultural fluency speak across borders. It may very well join the chorus of new poetic voices reshaping 21st-century literature—bold, baroque, unflinching. Final Thoughts Misanthropic Melodies is a vital work: intellectually expansive, emotionally resonant, and artistically ambitious. Elizabeth Moroz has crafted a poem of staggering density and brilliance. It demands to be reread, reinterpreted, and remembered.
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This poem appears as a collage of societal, intelectual, emotional snap shots presented in a Bob Dylan style that overflow the brim. It is filled with contradictions seen in modern every day life. Complex and with poignant commentary on incompatibilities in values and reality. Nicely done
Thankyou again for your insightful and kind review - I love how you interpret and see the world that comes through my poetry. It’s so meaningful to have your readership: Most of my poetry is similarly constructed and I hope you don’t get bored! Your comments are so meaningful, these times are so chaotic and I reflect this chaos in my writing. Have a beautiful day Soren! Elizabeth
This poem’s kaleidoscope of scientific marvels, political reckonings, and raw human emotion pulses with vivid urgency; each line feels like a new lens through which to confront our broken world. The harnessing of that fearless wordplay and boundless curiosity; and your voice cutting through the noise and invites us all to think deeper, feel sharper, and stay unafraid of the questions that shake us.
This is such a beautiful and intelligent reflection upon this piece of poetry and so well written. I cannot thank you enough for your insight and the kindness in your words: I’m so grateful for this comment and sincerely look forward to reading more of your work. Thankyou again, Elizabeth
A lovely write around the combination of human emotions and contradictions, asking us to take a closer look and question what we see and hear around us, enjoyed the read
Thankyou PL! Your continued readership is so gratefully appreciated and your insightful comments help with my sometimes low marale lol. I am so grateful you continue to read and comment it is really meaningful to me. Glad you enjoyed the read! Have a beautiful day, Elizabeth
You are very welcome
Elizabeth, this is a whirlwind of language and insight...surreal and sharp-edged, like someone dissecting the world while it’s still moving. The musical thread carries through the chaos, but what stays with me is the raw tension beneath the cleverness…like intellect stretched thin over something deeply unsettled. It’s big, bold, and brilliant. Well done, dear poet, philosopher, and friend. A fave. 🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Tristan ! Your reviews constantly astound me- they are so well written and you have so much insight and such an engaging tone - Thankyou dear friend it is an honour to have my work reviewed by such brilliant minds and fellow poets and philosophers. Your reviews are simply magic. Thankyou again for your continuing support. Elizabeth 🦋🦋🦋
Elizabeth, your words humble me, truly. I read them and smile, because if there’s any magic, it’s the willingness to meaningfully engage. That, for me, is where the real pixie dust 🪄 lives. Seriously though, thank you for your brilliant engagement as well…and I’m truly glad we get to read and support each other. 🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Pixie dust ! lol I love that. And ditto, it really is exceptionally meaningful to engage I do agree. Thankyou again my friend you bring such depth and insight I’m truly grateful. Elizabeth
Yay! You are most welcome, my friend!
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