Man’s Burning Grove

Man’s Burning Grove

This savage, man-made wood—
Where is the air still good?
To grove our steps once turned,
Yet now the endless trees are burned.

The sky is torn, no thread of blue;
Its ashen light steals life from you.
Swift falls the heart to endless night—
What met their gaze, what stilled their sight?

They loved the winding path they trod,
They saw in nature’s breath, not God—
No stream nor bloom could pass them by
Without a thought, without a sigh.

Each leaf, each stalk, each hedge, each vine—
Held truth, now lit by fires—a crime
That in man-made tomes progress hides,
We turn and burn with mortal pride.

And those who read with God apart
Shall find death written in the heart.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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