The Dream Comments

A beautiful and moving poem. Great imagery.

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The terrible beast, that no one may understand, Came to my side, and put down his head in love. /// beautiful poetic expression let the dream awake in the kingdom of imagination let it visit the supernova of love let it be immortal on the arms of love

When did this poem written

Does anyone know when this poem was written / published?

An interesting poem and the story of fear in dreams about the terrible horse. Though may be the entire episode a poetic imagination it felt so fantastic imagination in the poetry. likes.

Odd that this poem has become the Poem of the day, brought to our attention by fate... As I look through the other comments below I see my own name... Funny though. Perhaps it is my age, memory slipping, too many things on my mind maybe. Because while reading the poem I did not recognize it, except for the nagging feeling that this poet has completely enraptured my heart and soul.... If nothing more it certainly convinces me that my own love for poetry is certainly consistent... And that I love Louise Bogan...

I like the last line. It implies how a can be tamed with a touch of a hand.

it is a fantastic poem for sure

I read another of Louise's poems today, 'Dead Lover.' Now after reading a few more of her pieces I've decided she is going into my 'favorite poets' list. When I am down and unable to write, or through depression thinking of myself as useless, my own poetry nothing but trash, I go to my list and read the poetry of those who I think write so beautifully. And it inspires me, again. And again. I think Louise will be endless inspiratin for me.

The use of words in this poem is fantastic. Louise Bogan captured the reader by describing the fear that was felt from this horse. When she says 'Fear kept thirty-five years poured through his mane' it helps the reader fully understand the basis of this dream. Obviously the horse symbolizes the dreamer's fear of anything in their life. I was very drawn into this poem.