Chorus of Simplicity and Other New Poems

Simplicity is represented as a perspective of a poet in this poetry collection
entitled �Chorus of Simplicity and Other New Poems.� The opening
poem is titled Blood and Ground. It signifies the era of war going on in
the world. Philosophy and personal expressions has played a major role
in this poetry collection. Moreover, the poet has tried to universalize the
personal by giving voice to matters of public concern. Nature is also a
part of this collection because Nature is where we exist. �Failure isn�t a
signal to give up� says the poet. He drives the motivational vehicle in this
poetry collection. Dreams and freedom also make up a theme because
humans cannot remain devoid of hope. The poet writes � I am not only
a history/ But a deep worshipper of my present time.� He is trying to
be contemporary in nature. There is also a poem on Charles Bukowski
in this collection. The poet finds Bukowski very pragmatic as he delves
into poetry written by Charles Bukowski. The poet further writes �The
mad rush of civilization / Cannot abstain the essence of nature.� The poet
has highlighted nature as a major concern in this modern world. This is a
global concern. Furthermore, the poet says �Outside my window/ There
is a natural sunset/ Your painting is just an imitation.� This signifies the
importance of Mother Nature. The originality of the subject lies in nature
and rest is just an imitation; we learn from nature. Learning from nature
should be the priority. The poet is concerned about that like a championing
activist, through words.