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    Masks We Live By: Philosophic Outburst
    Masks We Live By: Philosophic Outburst
    Masks We Live By: Philosophic Outburst
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    Masks We Live By: Philosophic Outburst

    By Raja Sharma

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    Thoughts which always seem to be in the back of our minds, but are never truly brought forth to consider the beauty and rhythms of the natural wonders with which this planet, and Man, have been blessed. Until they are given meaningful substance--more than a vague recognition, at any rate, and laid upon the canvas of our lives. With images painted bright and true, the artist allows us to share in his delights, and to join in a celebration of all things good, great or small, some seemingly insignificant and unworthy, but when presented by the thoughtful and the caring artist, we are witness to the miracles of Life. And Love.

    I thank you for this write. It is a very worthwhile accomplishment.

    Frank Fields

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRaja Sharma
    Release dateDec 15, 2011
    ISBN9781466196087
    Masks We Live By: Philosophic Outburst
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    Raja Sharma

    Raja Sharma is a retired college lecturer.He has taught English Literature to University students for more than two decades.His students are scattered all over the world, and it is noticeable that he is in contact with more than ninety thousand of his students.

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      Masks We Live By - Raja Sharma

      Masks We Live By

      Donning masks of ugly sublimity

      My smiles expertly conceal abhorrence

      That makes up for coveted humility

      Granting me disgusting welcome clearance.

      Love entangled in masks of worldly need

      Sobs and sighs in lines of Ibsen and Bard.

      Fife soundless no wind to shake Lucy’s reed

      Pope’s Belinda seen still playing her card.

      Words of Walter n Frank ambrosia of time

      Do reach me with subtle acquiescence here.

      Many a smithy waits for blessing in line

      Through book I admire many who are there.

      What would I be if masks were ripped off?

      Alone shall I go no one to see me off!

      Chapter 2

      No Woods to Stop By

      The ultimate Sabbath of no return

      Limbs numb, eyes drowsy, mind sinking deep

      Eerie ambiance betokened now my turn

      The end of my miles, and promising sleep

      Kinsfolk helpless, myriad expectations

      Haply joyous a few, some deeply down

      Fleeting moments assessing relations

      Once I had her glimpse in her starry gown.

      Would I exchange sublime slumber for life

      So highly reeking of greedy human?

      Why in those lovers' days of love n strife

      I mindless poor one made this cruel time run!

      O, sightless one! Explore with the sight here,

      Be disillusioned, see things crystal clear!

      Chapter 3

      BC to Ad

      Walk three Magi, time BC,

      Morning star pursue with glee.

      A Child is born to alter course,

      Find to kill, use every force.

      King H. proud in power

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