Quentin: Memorial For A Moron ….....[ Fiction; Pretty Long; Children; Mental Disability; Kindness; Memorial; Zoo ] Comments

I have read an commented on this before, but it was certainly worth reading again!

I have this poem listed [with some variation in title & probably minor edits to the original] in my poem list with TWO other poems which are ((think) almost identical, though comments may vary. bri ;)

The poem deserves special attention and should be selected Poem of the Day to bring into the notice of larger audience.I have read it several times and it moves me always.

Even though this is fiction, you had me almost in tears. Well worth reading!

I'm leaving a self-promoting comment: READ THIS....if you have a heart for goodness of others. ;) bri edwards

Bri, this is a flawless write. It is the story of heroism that comes from the Everyman we dream we have deep somewhere inside. There is a profound sadness here, but also a sense of vindication for the most positive elements of the human spirit. This goes right to my favourites.

Well the story ends so sadly the poor good hearted soul with the mind of a child was certainly a fearless person enjoyed the read thanks

I totally agree with Bharati 's lovely comment. Oh dear.....to die a terrible death like that is right up there with been eaten by a shark or swallowed by a snake. A well penned tragic story about a brave intelligent young man.

Differently abled children have always found a special place in my heart. So is Quentin! He has been a lovable kid through out and fared well in life despite being a moron. I feel it is an insult to call him a moron. As Bharati has rightly observed, he had enough practical wisdom to discern the risk involved in saving a boy from the lion's cage. He had once withstood the temptation to get into that cage knowing the danger. Yet when it came to saving the boy, he let all precautions fly in the wind and boldly ventured to rescue the boy! Unfortunately got killed in his heroic attempt! The world prefers such morons to self conceited geniuses! An absorbing account from start to finish keeping the rhyme intact....! Laudable work Bri! Top marks

A really touching story.The story about this boy who needed special care was exemplary as a human being who did not care for his own life to save the boy who had fallen into the lion's enclosure and ultimately lost his own life. Quentin, though thought to have lower intelligence, possessed intelligence enough to know the danger involved in doing the rescue work, did all what was to be done to save the boy, and this shows empathy, love and kindness of his heart.My salute to this boy, be a fictional character or real, and my feelings go to all special children who need our care, love and attention. Thank you Bri Edwards for sharing this poem which also shows your larger heart.,