Mistress Honesty
proffers shiny crowns of gold
for the poor.
When the poor become richer
they lust
after crowns of gold,
forsaking that diadem of
Mistress Honesty.
Author notes
Prompt: the honour of a maid is her name; and no legacy is so rich as honesty." William Shakespeare All's Well That Ends Well . 35 words or fewer. [27 words]
A contest entry
- Quickie Contest in 35 words or less by carole21.
1100 points, ended April 24, 2008, 10 entries
Honorable mention
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So much truth in so few lines..and a marvelous take on the prompt quote! I love the way the poem 'turns' on itself, using similar or exact words to do so. That gives it a Palindrome feeling, without actually being one.
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Hi!
Thank you.
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I love this poem -- it easily manages the split between simplicity and depth. I can't quite nail it down, but did you use any specific form for it? If not, well, all the better
The formal aspects aside, just how true is that! Mistress Honesty doesn't appear to be a lady dear to the heart of many, and neither are the gifts she gracefully bestows upon us. Well said and perfectly penned, I'm glad I came across this one!
All the best,
Anna
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interesting problem .. thanks for the contest entry
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Fine
Nouveau Riche aRe quick to forget loyaLTIES AND HONEST RELATIONSHIPS.
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Willianm Shakespeare was a wise man far ahead of his time. Honesty goes out the door when it comes to money and greed.
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Serena
Most often it does!
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Ouch! How true that is, and so well stated! Great take on the prompt.
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Thank you.
It is true even if you are a politician.
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