# Going Direct Series Review - Part 2: Philosoetry
## A Review of Roger Lewis's 2016 Poetry Collection
# Going Direct Series Review - Part 2: Philosoetry
## A Review of Roger Lewis's 2016 Poetry Collection
## Introduction
- "Philosoetry" represents the first volume in Roger Lewis's Going Direct series, originally published in 2016
- The collection combines philosophical inquiry with poetic expression, exploring themes of economic justice, personal struggle, and social commentary
- Written during a period of significant personal and economic upheaval for the author
## Section 1: Structural Analysis
### Organization and Themes
- Collection organized into 20 chapters
- Opens with "Tides of the Dollar Moon," establishing economic themes
- Progresses through personal narratives to broader social commentary
- Concludes with the epic poem "Usury Hells Fuel, Mans oppressor"
Key thematic elements:
- Monetary policy and economic justice
- Personal transformation and struggle
- Social critique and political commentary
- Environmental concerns and sustainability
## Section 2: Philosophical Foundations
### Core Philosophical Elements
- Strong influence from classical economic thought
- Integration of personal experience with broader social analysis
- References to historical figures and events
Notable philosophical threads:
- Critique of modern banking systems
- Exploration of value and exchange
- Questions of social justice and equity
- Environmental sustainability concerns
## Section 3: Poetic Analysis
### Style and Technique
- Varies between structured and free verse
- Uses multiple poetic forms including:
- Narrative poetry
- Lyric poetry
- Epic poetry
- Social commentary
### Key Poems Analysis
1. "Tides of the Dollar Moon"
- Explores monetary themes through natural metaphors
- Links economic cycles to natural cycles
2. "Celtic Baards Speak Out"
- Draws parallels between historical and contemporary resistance
- References to cultural heritage and resistance
3. "Usury Hells Fuel"
- Culminating epic poem
- Comprehensive critique of financial systems
## Section 4: Personal and Social Context
### Autobiographical Elements
- Written during period of personal financial crisis
- Reflects author's experience with banking system
- Documents journey through economic hardship
### Social Commentary
- Strong focus on economic inequality
- Critique of modern banking practices
- Environmental concerns
- Social justice themes
## Conclusion
"Philosoetry" serves as a foundational text in the Going Direct series, establishing themes that would be developed in later volumes. The collection successfully merges:
- Personal experience with broader social commentary
- Philosophical inquiry with poetic expression
- Economic critique with environmental concern
The work demonstrates Lewis's ability to weave complex economic and social themes into accessible poetic forms, while maintaining a strong connection to personal experience and observation. Its placement as the first volume in the series provides essential context for understanding the development of ideas in subsequent works.
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