Poetry is a mode of imitation through rhythm, language, or harmony. Poetry differs by medium, objects, and manner of imitation. Poetry originated from innate imitation instinct and rhythm development
Morgan Robertson's novella "Futility" was published in 1898, later revised in 1912. Story follows fictional Titan sinking after hitting iceberg in North Atlantic. Novel features disgraced US Navy officer John Rowland as hero
King Durin III faces Balrog beneath Khazad-dûm, mirroring Fellowship of the Ring. Gandalf meets Istar, who claims to be Valar's messengers. Faithful worshippers are persecuted by King's Men. Celebrimbor dies after being impaled by Annatar. Adar dies in betrayal by Glug, wearing Nenya
Rembrandt created approximately 100 self-portraits, including 40 paintings and 31 etchings. This represents 10% of his total oeuvre, surpassing Rubens's seven self-portrait paintings. The paintings show Rembrandt's development from youth to his mature years
Painted in 1903-1904 by Pablo Picasso in Barcelona. Depicts elderly musician playing guitar in street scenes. Created during Picasso's Blue Period (1901-1904). Influenced by Picasso's poverty and friend's suicide
Written by Eugene O'Neill in 1939-1941, published posthumously in 1956. Widely regarded as O'Neill's magnum opus and one of 20th century's greatest plays. Premiered in Sweden in 1956, winning Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize