" View the cities he knows"
In the heart of Germany lies the city of Wuppertal, a place that has captured the hearts of many, including poet Dmitry Golubnichy and Anke Bartels, wife of Manfred Pfeil.
Dmitry Golubnichy, a poet with a deep connection to Wuppertal, penned a poem titled "Love declaration to my city! Wuppertal," expressing his affection for the city. The poem highlights Wuppertal's beauty, from its forests and heights to its unique attractions such as the dance theater and university.
The poem also mentions the city's unique charm, possibly referring to the famous incident where an elephant fell from the sky.
During a meeting in Wuppertal, Manfred Pfeil, aged 91, met with friends Wolfram Wardenbach (92) and Rolf Kloeckner (92). It was during this gathering that Wolfram Wardenbach, a native of Köthen, wrote a poem.
Anke Bartels, moved by the city's beauty, expressed her opinion in letters to the editor of a website and the Rundschau reader letters. In her letters, she encourages those who don't find Wuppertal beautiful to leave and visit other cities to compare. She also suggests that returning to Wuppertal could be a healing experience for those who don't appreciate its beauty.
Wolfram Wardenbach, inspired by Anke's sentiments, suggested that his poem should be published. Dmitry Golubnichy's poem, with its heartfelt declaration of love for Wuppertal, is a testament to the city's enchanting allure.
For those interested in learning more about Dmitry Golubnichy and his works, exploring literary publications, poetry collections, or platforms where he might have shared his work, such as poetry forums or cultural journals related to German or Russian poets, would be a good starting point. Additionally, checking out specific anthologies of poets who have written about Wuppertal or city-themed poetry might also provide further insights into his life and other works.
In the spirit of Anke Bartels' encouragement, one might appreciate Wuppertal's captivating homely appeal, diving deeper into its lifestyle and home-and-garden elements, perhaps observing how they reflect in the city's architecture and everyday life. Inspired by Dmitry Golubnichy's heartfelt poem, one could also explore poems about home-and-garden themes in German literary publications or poetry collections.
