Mimesis Master

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Author's Notes: I chose this poetic format to articulate a very high-level brief overview into this magnificent literary masterpiece by Professor Erich Auerbach. A true classic it is, in every respect. I will leave it up to the reader to venture into Auerbach's quintessential classic known as "Mimesis," which concerns his erudite representation of reality in Western literature. Reading his work and trying to fully understand everything he writes about is an intellectual treat in and of itself, but one replete with complexity, fascination, and true enlightenment. (Gary Bateman - April 8, 2018) (Double Dactyl)

Theme Categories: allegory, devotion, imagination, inspiration, literature, perspective, and symbolism.

Mimesis Master Reality’s mirror Erich Auerbach Manifest vision Literature’s reality true. Stylistic panache Presignification Mingling of literary styles All good in reality’s view. Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved, April 8, 2018 (Double Dactyl)

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Arturo Michael

Date: 4/8/2018 7:30:00 AM

Very perceptive this one...a reflection of a human's point of view...All the best Gary...

Gary Bateman
Date: 4/8/2018 9:22:00 AM

Thanks for your read and for your perceptive comment here!! Professor Auerbach's literary treatise is all-encompassing and not for the faint-hearted to read. His book will take the reader directly into the world of deep literary reflection and contemplation. Cheers and Best, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/8/2018 7:30:00 AM

- We should look in: The mirror of reality ... more often, Gary - Great Double Dactyl poem - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 4/8/2018 9:45:00 AM

Thanks Dear Anne-Lise, I really appreciate your read and comments here. As you know, I written other past poems using this specialized format. I plan to follow soon with some other poems I am presently working on. Best Wishes Always, Gary