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Obsidian Embrace

Brejesh Umashankar

Free verse
The nocturnal nemesis ne'er neglects to nestle,
As shattered shards of yesteryear begin to settle,
Obsidian embrace, forever to endure,
As comfort finds solace in the evermore obscure.

About this poem

This poem is about the experience of the poet, who is struggling with the memories of past traumas.

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Written on April 10, 2021

Submitted by brejesh.shan on March 04, 2023

Modified on March 05, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABB
Closest metre Iambic hexameter
Characters 184
Words 31
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 4
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Brejesh Umashankar

Brejesh Umashankar is a contemporary Indian poet, known for his powerful and evocative poetry that delves into the complexities of the human experience. His work is characterized by its rich imagery, evocative language, and deep exploration of themes such as love, heartbreak, pain, suffering, strength, comedy and identity. He uses his poetry as a medium to express his innermost thoughts and emotions, drawing inspiration from his personal experiences and observations of the world around him. His poetry is known for its powerful imagery, and its ability to evoke strong emotions in the reader. more…

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