I've not read much Dylan Thomas but I should, seeing as I share a birthday with him (53 years after his, and that now 53 years ago). I therefore rather like "Poem in October", even if I don't completely understand it. I like to just wallow in his eloquence. I heard a recording of a radio broadcast of his, in which he said a Welsh woman he met, a barmaid I think, said after he had said something: "Ooh, there's WORDS!"
My favourite poet along with his countryman, R.S. Thomas. For me, Dylan was more of a spiritual anarchist, but his poetry is theistic in its celebration life and mourning of death. In Quranic terms, he has that Cosmic Quran that sacralizes the Universe. R.S. Thomas, the clergy man, has a sceptic's view of God. His God has left, or absconded; and left man, on bare hills, in his beloved Wales.
Synchronicity, or what?!!! I just drank a bottle of Ruby hobgoblin, the wychery brewery, twenty minutes before this popped up on my screen. How incredibly bizarre. Unbelievable. Malcolm, "rage, rage against the dying of the pipe!". I once visited and stayed in Lamorna cove in Cornwall, only to discover Thomas had a caravan there in the woods for quite awhile. Beautiful place, beloved Kernow. That magical ley line that runs thru it. I'm currently working on a collection of sonnets.. A Paper Pygmalion. Wrote about fifty, just stuff 'em in drawers and forget about them. Although I do perform' em every now and again. Thank you for your superb channel. Very much needed in this day and age of simpering barbarism. Cheers, Noel 🌹 ps, I think Romans is talking about the development of astral body, which is obviously immortal. Paul goes on to say in Corinthians... "I once knew a man who entered the third heaven, whether in the body or out of it, I know not, although God does. Love that verse.
Great discussion - The heads of characters hammer through daises is a part of my favourite poem of the two you connect so fluently. Your video resonates on several levels. We’ve had our books in stacks for over three months during home renovations and looking forward to re-discovering as we relocate them back onto bookshelves. My collection includes around 70-80 Dylan Thomas related books!
@@MalcolmGuitespell I started learning blues harp five years ago when I was 53. I have just reached a point where I can busk without embarrassing myself too much. It's a wonderful instrument.
Very nice! I have two questions: (1) Why does the King James Version of Psalm 22:21 speak of "the horns of unicorns" while other versions speak of "the horns of wild oxen"? (2) Additionally, I noticed the fez on your armchair. Please tell me the story behind that. On what occasions do you wear it?
@@MalcolmGuitespell I got my copy today and as I looked through the title, I locked onto Lapis Lazuli as my first read. What a joy!! Can't wait to read the rest ;)
All the best poets are mystics, weaving their tapestry out of ether, trailing off into unknown lands, beyond religion, philosophy and psychology, a place too scarcely populated, for the world is too much with men and men love their comforts🍻
Pint Pipe Poetry ... what a brilliant equality Ps. Dylan Thomas was left in Glenlough in County Donegal once by Geoffrey Grigson it was 1935 ... solo, for the purpose of recovery. He stayed in the same cottage as the American painter Rockwell Kent, who was there eight years before ...
Just stumbled on you. What a treat. Love Dylan Thomas and equally loved your reading and incite. Thank you so much ✨️
I have just discovered this channel today - what a find... love poetry, Dylan Thomas, Tolkien pipes, whisky and beer!
My second favourite beer and my second favourite Dylan Thomas poem, many thanks Malcolm.
This was super as usual. I can’t wait to be invited up the stairs again!
I've not read much Dylan Thomas but I should, seeing as I share a birthday with him (53 years after his, and that now 53 years ago). I therefore rather like "Poem in October", even if I don't completely understand it. I like to just wallow in his eloquence. I heard a recording of a radio broadcast of his, in which he said a Welsh woman he met, a barmaid I think, said after he had said something: "Ooh, there's WORDS!"
My favourite poet along with his countryman, R.S. Thomas. For me, Dylan was more of a spiritual anarchist, but his poetry is theistic in its celebration life and mourning of death. In Quranic terms, he has that Cosmic Quran that sacralizes the Universe. R.S. Thomas, the clergy man, has a sceptic's view of God. His God has left, or absconded; and left man, on bare hills, in his beloved Wales.
I just found your wonderful channel today..we have similar interests in books....i was born in 1955....I love Dylan Thomas....
Thank you, Vicar Father Christmas. x
06:18 ~ GEORGE! sit down, get down, close jaws, daddy is speaking Dylan...
Carry on sir....
Splendid. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
Synchronicity, or what?!!! I just drank a bottle of Ruby hobgoblin, the wychery brewery, twenty minutes before this popped up on my screen. How incredibly bizarre. Unbelievable. Malcolm, "rage, rage against the dying of the pipe!". I once visited and stayed in Lamorna cove in Cornwall, only to discover Thomas had a caravan there in the woods for quite awhile. Beautiful place, beloved Kernow. That magical ley line that runs thru it. I'm currently working on a collection of sonnets.. A Paper Pygmalion. Wrote about fifty, just stuff 'em in drawers and forget about them. Although I do perform' em every now and again. Thank you for your superb channel. Very much needed in this day and age of simpering barbarism. Cheers, Noel 🌹 ps, I think Romans is talking about the development of astral body, which is obviously immortal. Paul goes on to say in Corinthians... "I once knew a man who entered the third heaven, whether in the body or out of it, I know not, although God does. Love that verse.
Great discussion - The heads of characters hammer through daises is a part of my favourite poem of the two you connect so fluently. Your video resonates on several levels. We’ve had our books in stacks for over three months during home renovations and looking forward to re-discovering as we relocate them back onto bookshelves. My collection includes around 70-80 Dylan Thomas related books!
Hi you. 🤪
Thanks for sharing!
👋🏽🔥🙏🏾♥️🇨🇦☦️ Lovely to see you
Ooh, are those harps on the amp? I definitely see a Special 20 box. If so, Mr Guite has risen even further in my estimation.
yes - I play a little blues harp but not very well
@@MalcolmGuitespell I started learning blues harp five years ago when I was 53. I have just reached a point where I can busk without embarrassing myself too much. It's a wonderful instrument.
Very nice! I have two questions: (1) Why does the King James Version of Psalm 22:21 speak of "the horns of unicorns" while other versions speak of "the horns of wild oxen"? (2) Additionally, I noticed the fez on your armchair. Please tell me the story behind that. On what occasions do you wear it?
yes it's a strange translation - I don't know why they came up with that word but I love it
Tom, regarding Malcolm's fez, he was Tommy Cooper in another life... Just like that....
@@hermesnoelthefourthway From Malcolm: "Victorian gentleman's smoking cap"
Hello,
Which of your books would you suggest I buy first?
Thank you!
thanks. Try ' The Singing Bowl'
@@MalcolmGuitespell I got my copy today and as I looked through the title, I locked onto Lapis Lazuli as my first read. What a joy!! Can't wait to read the rest ;)
All the best poets are mystics, weaving their tapestry out of ether, trailing off into unknown lands, beyond religion, philosophy and psychology, a place too scarcely populated, for the world is too much with men and men love their comforts🍻
Ah..... memories of A' Level English Lit.!
Pint Pipe Poetry ... what a brilliant equality
Ps.
Dylan Thomas was left in Glenlough in County Donegal once by Geoffrey Grigson it was 1935 ... solo, for the purpose of recovery.
He stayed in the same cottage as the American painter Rockwell Kent, who was there eight years before ...
Good to be reminded of the great, original, rhetorical, substantial power of Dylan Thomas.
Is that a fez I see hanging off your chair?
nearly - It's a Victorian gentleman's smoking cap!