Irony Man
Marvel—
At the Irony Man, Tony Snark.
A body of armor, a mind of wit—
He is sure to deliver a bit and a quip.
With missiles of mockery and lasers of jest,
He tackles the earnest with humor at best.
Sincerity is the enemy, a horrendous beast!
Defeated by sarcasm straight from his fist.
Thank you, Irony Man, for saving the day!
The plague of authenticity is kept away.
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Another great poem! Meaning, tone, and actions join forces for an ironic treatment of Irony Man. Steady rhythm propels and enforces the satirical mood. Structured with couplets that share metrical patterns, each verse drives home the speaker’s authentic true feelings regarding the title person. Very effecting and memorable due to its precise wit and musicality. C.A., so grateful you are part of the Lexpomo community. Writing is often an isolating experience I’ve found. Thank you for sharing your exemplary poem. With deep gratitude
Love this!
It’s clear you had fun with this. Absolutely love the choice to let ‘Marvel’ be a one-word line.
Been good to see your work on here and hear you read over the last several days. Keep it up!