My poem ALL ALONE I AM! reviewed by eminent reviewer retired Prof Dr Nirakar Dash Department of English of Assam University.
Humbled and grateful.
ALL ALONE I AM !
All alone I am in this earthly world
My own shadow is my only friend
Am neither infatuated nor crazy
Have never been a part of any show
Empty paths always hold me far off
Who has the sorrow of destination
Me nothing but a traveller of the heart
A lonely swan leaving the banks of lake
Busy travelling on the crest of waves
The moon and stars do simply inspire
I love myself more than anyone else.
©️®️Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India
Date. 02 Sunday February 2025.
REVIEW!
The poet leads a lonely life without friends.Nor he have a girl friend with whom he is infatuated. Nor is he a part the so called love drama, which is indicated by terms like “shadow” and “empty” — both emphasizing physical communion with none.He is almost far from the madding crowd.As he loves all, without any physical give and take,no sense of unattainability or fiasco can ever lead him to sorrow or desperation.The poet expresses his zeal for freedom ,the divine status of his love and the interconnectedness of all things through the image of “swan” and “waves”. In a bid to protect himself from the modern day messy love that cause a lot of emotional bruises, he says: “I love myself more than anyone else”As the same soul or life force pulsates in everything and everybeing , the poet, distancing himself from “earthly ‘ affairs,loves all like Walt Whitman in ‘Song of myself” Very bewitching poem Dr Prasanna Sir. Congratulations and regards.🙏🌹
I am really grateful to honourable reviewer and analyser Raj Kishor Pattnaik for analysed my poem.
Humbled and Grateful.
Heartfelt Congratulations to Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai & Honorable Reviewer Dr. Nirakar Dash
It is with immense admiration and appreciation that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai for his deeply moving poem, SCATTERED I AM!, and to Honorable Retired Professor Dr. Nirakar Dash for his insightful and eloquent review.
Dr. Dalai’s poem encapsulates a profound emotional journey of love, longing, and loss. His mastery of poetic expression is once again evident in this piece, where he beautifully conveys the agony of separation and the relentless yearning for a beloved who remains out of reach. The lines are soaked in raw emotions, portraying love not just as a bond of the heart but as a transcendental connection of the soul. His choice of words and imagery—such as the fleeting aroma and teardrops—intensifies the depth of sorrow, making the reader feel the weight of his emotions.
Dr. Nirakar Dash, in his review, has brilliantly dissected the essence of the poem, offering a scholarly and philosophical perspective. He draws attention to the poet’s belief in the notion of “one soul in two bodies,” a concept deeply rooted in classical romantic philosophy. His analysis of the poet’s struggle—his futile attempt to hold onto the beloved’s essence, symbolized by the slipping aroma—highlights the unattainability of the past, reinforcing the inevitability of separation.
One of the most striking elements of Dr. Dash’s review is the powerful analogy of the poet’s grief to the determination of a crow trying to dry the ocean to recover its lost eggs. This comparison not only magnifies the poet’s pain but also emphasizes the sheer impossibility of overcoming certain losses in life. Despite the overwhelming grief, Dr. Dash perceptively notes the poet’s one source of solace—his unwavering faith in the beloved’s loyalty, even in her absence. This conclusion adds a touch of resilience to the sorrow, making the poem a bittersweet reflection on love and separation.
Dr. Dash’s review does justice to Dr. Dalai’s poetic brilliance, capturing the nuances of his emotions while enriching the reader’s understanding of the poem’s depth. It is a moment of great pride to witness such a refined poetic creation being analyzed with such wisdom and appreciation.
Congratulations once again to Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai for crafting yet another masterpiece and to Dr. Nirakar Dash for his exemplary review that illuminates its essence with scholarly brilliance. Your contributions to literature continue to inspire and resonate with poetry lovers worldwide!
With deep appreciation and best regards,
NAMASKAR
