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The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum   By: (1876-1959)

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The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum by Wallace Irwin is a collection of poems that takes readers on a unique and unexpected journey. This book presents a fresh and humorous perspective on love through the voice of a hoodlum, offering an unconventional exploration of the most universal of emotions.

One of the book's strengths lies in its use of language. Irwin's writing is witty and playful, often infused with a touch of sarcasm and irony. The poems are packed with clever wordplay and clever turns of phrase that keep the reader entertained from start to finish. Each sonnet has its own distinct personality, and the author's knack for creating memorable and engaging characters shines through.

What sets this collection apart is the way it challenges traditional romantic notions. Irwin subverts expectations, using the voice of a hoodlum to deconstruct and satirize societal norms surrounding love. Through his unique perspective, the author explores themes such as passion, desire, heartbreak, and longing, presenting them in a fresh and unconventional light.

The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum also offers a keen social commentary on the world in which the poems were written. Irwin cleverly incorporates elements of urban life, delving into the gritty realities of the streets, while simultaneously examining themes of class and identity. This juxtaposition of the rough and the tender adds depth and complexity to the poems, making them resonate with readers long after they have put the book down.

Furthermore, the poem's structure and rhyme scheme are skillfully executed. Each sonnet adheres to the traditional form while still maintaining a unique voice and style. Irwin's ability to manipulate the constraints of the sonnet form, infusing them with his own flair and individuality, is a testament to his mastery of the craft.

However, it is worth noting that some readers may find the book's irreverent tone and unconventional approach to love off-putting. While it undeniably adds to the book's charm and originality, it may not resonate with all readers' tastes or expectations of what a love sonnet collection should be.

In conclusion, The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum is a bold and refreshing take on love poetry. Wallace Irwin's clever wordplay, social commentary, and unique perspective make this collection an enjoyable and thought-provoking read. Though it may not appeal to everyone, those who appreciate a touch of irreverence and a fresh perspective on love will find much to delight in within these pages.

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The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum

by

Wallace Irwin

With an Introduction by Gelett Burgess

Showing how Vanity is still on Deck, & humble Virtue gets it in the Neck!

"A Leaden Heart I wear since she forsook me."

The Love Sonnets of a Hoodlum

Introduction

"Tell me, ye muses, what hath former ages Now left succeeding times to play upon, And what remains unthought on by those sages Where a new muse may try her pinion?"

So Complained Phineas Fletcher in his Purple Island as long ago as 1633. Three centuries have brought to the development of lyric passion no higher form than that of the sonnet cycle. The sonnet has been likened to an exquisite crystal goblet that holds one sublimely inspired thought so perfectly that not another drop can be added without overflow. Cast in the early Italian Renaissance by Dante, Petrarch and Camoens, it was chased and ornamented during the Elizabethan period by Shakespere, and filled with its most stimulating draughts of song and love during the Victorian era by Rossetti, Browning and Meredith. And now, in this first year of the new century, the historic cup is refilled and tossed off in a radiant toast to Erato by Wallace Irwin.

The attribute of modernity is not given to every new age. The cogs in the wheels of time slip back, at times... Continue reading book >>




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