OUT OF HIBERNATION

They talked of him in the past tense;

When they remembered him, all it meant 

Were the few mediocre books he had written-

Until by the dormant bug he was bitten. 

He spent five years in a secluded state, 

During which time his output did not rate 

Even a small mention in newspaper reviews, 

He was forgotten, he no longer made news. 

Till again like a miracle, he shook himself out 

Of his inactive ways, he no longer did doubt 

His creative skills, he produced a masterpiece,

Applauded by all, testament to true technique. 

He came out of hibernation, back in the public eye, 

Sometimes a reclusive life ensures talent doesn't die.