San Chopanza
Men of La Mancha
“How much did you say?
Is it in writing?
Let me see the words.
Better, since I cannot read,
let me taste the gold.
You have not brought it?
Just this paper signifying cash?
And promises? Promises
I can trust because you’re known
to keep your word?
Thank God I cannot write.
I will not make my mark.
Men like you I met
when I governed my island,
and I chased them from my realm.
Owners of hollow staffs,
muscular women
strong in the arm and weak
in defense of their honor.
Do you, sir, take me for a fool?
When you awake the man,
beware the grown-up’s fist.
Do you know who I am?
Have you read my history
that tours the world in print?
Read it, sir, and know me
for who and what I really am.
And the next time that we meet,
if you would drive a bargain,
bring gold, good food, and wine.”
rogermoorepoet 
Roger, I find that I can now follow you again.
John.
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That’s great, John. I just hope I am worth following!
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When you awake the man,
beware the grown-up’s fist.
There is a powerful force behind these words…a strong determination. Another fascinating read, Roger.
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Clare avidly watching the tennis on tv and alternating with CNN to see what’s happening in that other world of fantasy! I am so glad I found these poems from Men of La Mancha. I had forgotten all about both the poems and the book.
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I’m glad also. I’m very much enjoying the reads.
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I think there are four more in this particular sequence. The poem texts stick very close to the book.
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I look forward to reading them, if you post them.
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