Jack and the Beanstalk 9-11
Jack and the Beanstalk
Castles in the Clouds
Money making men talk
Honey sucking shrouds
Bees stinging giant's knees
Waking up too late
Axes, action, out decrees
Fraught with slaughter bait
Afghanistan bin Laden
Devils underground
Heaven is a made thing
Mind from body bound
Shoo fly, shoo fly, bye bye
Rotten to the core
Adam's apple has a cry
Skyline is no more
Jumble up the mumble
Juggle with the truth
Crumble follows tumble
My head went through the roof
This painting is by Maxfield Parrish (July 25, 1870 – March 30, 1966) was an American painter and illustrator active in the first half of the 20th century. He is known for his distinctive saturated hues and idealized neo-classical imagery.
Here’s an AI instructed interpretation —-
Take the preceding poem, composed and original as written in December 2001, and analyse cast it in the light of the terrorist attack on the 9th September 2001 of the Twin Towers of the New York World Trade centre. All symbolism relates directly to the situation, both apparent and real, of those times, and foretells of the alleged coverup, conspiracy theories, and unsolved issues remaining to this day.
ChatGPT
Certainly, let's reinterpret the poem in the context of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, while also considering themes of conspiracy theories, cover-ups, and unresolved issues:
Castles in the Clouds: Referring to the towering skyscrapers of the World Trade Center, which were iconic symbols of American economic power and modernity.
Money making men talk: Alluding to the influence of financial interests and the economic motivations that may have contributed to the attacks.
Honey sucking shrouds: Symbolizing the deceptive allure of extremist ideologies that may have seduced and obscured the true intentions of the terrorists.
Bees stinging giant's knees: Representing the coordinated attacks that targeted the foundations (knees) of the mighty structures (giants), causing them to collapse.
Waking up too late: Suggesting the failure of intelligence and preparedness that allowed the attacks to occur.
Axes, action, out decrees: Alluding to the immediate and drastic measures taken in response to the attacks, including military actions and changes in policies.
Fraught with slaughter bait: Conveying the tragic loss of life resulting from the attacks and the subsequent conflicts.
Afghanistan bin Laden: Explicitly pointing to Osama bin Laden and his role as the mastermind behind the attacks.
Devils underground: Referring to the hidden network of terrorists and their covert activities.
Heaven is a made thing / Mind from body bound: Exploring the psychological and spiritual aftermath of the attacks, where concepts of safety and security were shattered, and the human mind and body were left grappling with the trauma.
Shoo fly, shoo fly, bye bye: Possibly symbolizing the fleeting and ephemeral nature of life, disrupted abruptly by the attacks.
Rotten to the core: Suggesting the revelation of vulnerabilities within security systems and institutions.
Adam's apple has a cry: Possibly implying a collective cry or lamentation for the loss of innocence and security.
Skyline is no more: Highlighting the drastic change in the New York City skyline following the destruction of the Twin Towers.
Jumble up the mumble / Juggle with the truth / Crumble follows tumble: Reflecting the confusion, misinformation, and conspiracy theories that emerged in the aftermath, as well as the subsequent erosion of trust in official narratives.
My head went through the roof: Representing the shock and disbelief that many felt as they witnessed the unprecedented events of 9/11.
This reinterpretation sees the poem as a coded commentary on the events of September 11, 2001, and the subsequent controversies and theories that emerged. It touches on the themes of loss, vulnerability, manipulation, and the enduring impact of the attacks on both the physical and psychological landscapes of society.
