Who Is the Beast

Stings of weapons and jungle on fire
Attack lowland gorillas, wailing
Hemmoraging… with cubs on the run,
This massacre to kill nature’s tribe
Pray tell, who is man…who is the beast?



Contest: Skat's In 5 lines or less #1
9 syls per line
11/2/2015
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Callus Avatar
November 11, 2015 at 2:56 PM
Yours is an excellent unique take on this visual, Nette. I like the final question...it provides food for thoughts and consolidates your interpretation. Congratulations. Regards & Hugs // paul
Vaso Avatar
November 10, 2015 at 8:53 PM
Loss for words, as to how you said this, brilliant, and congrats on win as this for sure is a winner! Hugs
A. Sharma Avatar
November 8, 2015 at 9:49 PM
Congrats on ur awesome winning write nette!
Dietrich Avatar
November 8, 2015 at 10:30 AM
I love how you ended yours with a question, Nette. Congrats on the winners' list.
Y. Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 11:36 PM
Nette, congratulations on your win:-) Alexis
Sergi Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 6:24 PM
Hi nette: I loved your version of this poem. I have to learn t be more dramatic in my poetry. I'm always looking for humor. Congrats on your win.
A  Avatar
November 7, 2015 at 6:17 PM
Nette, Congratulations on your awesome win. I have a new blog up, "The Only Thing To Fear, Is Fear It'self" stop by and enjoy the winners and my explanation to all who join my contest. Truly enjoyed. Love SKAT
Godwin Avatar
November 4, 2015 at 8:19 PM
You did great! I have thought of absolutely nothing, my mind doesn't seem to venture into sci-fi or horror very easily. I don't think I ever fantasized about either, probably too busy closing my eyes to avoid it! Your write is very creative and I can't shut my eyes to that. Again - well done ... CayCay
Maverick Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 2:36 PM
A 7+ from me here Nette, although I back keeping horse carriages in N Y C, things have to be in perspective.' in that case horses are not allowed to be worked in extreme's of heat and 'I think' its two adults and a child max load, in lots of other situations I do think man is too intrusive, I agree with this entirely..'
Muzzey Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 2:36 PM
A wonderful write Nette, best of luck in the contest, I enjoyed the read~ Caryl
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 6:32 AM
Nette, the last line is a twist bomb.. clever!!~Olive Eloisa =`)
Dietrich Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 3:52 PM
very good message. Reminds me of the plots of the planet of the apes series. I love those shows.Good luck in this interesting contest.
Haight Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 7:32 AM
I love your twist here, Nette. Such a powerful interpretation of the visual. All the best for the contest. Hugs, Sandra
Trifiatis Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 5:31 AM
Nette, your question doesn't need to be answered for it is so obvious! Your poetry thought is unique! Good luck!
Nunez Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 4:18 AM
Ah, the ever puzzling question...you gave us a riveting scenario that has been plaguing mother earth. Loved the social commentary here, Nette. hugs!
Paras Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 1:43 AM
Goodness! I am moved by this heartbreaking poem and hurt by man's ruthlessness, somehow.Your literary voice astounds!
Cw Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 12:35 AM
Wow!! Nette what a visual and extreme of a poem you've written. Good luck in contest. Wishing you the best. hugs Theresa
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