Desgraciado: (the collected letters)

DESGRACIADO is a collection of epistolary poems that explores the material violence and generational trauma of colonization and systemic racism stored within queer Latinx memory. It uses language and memory to articulate an old rage and dream of a futurity beyond the wreckage of the colonial imaginary.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2022
Publisher: Nightboat Books

In their powerful collection of epistolary poems, DESGRACIADO, Angel Dominguez delves deep into the haunting realities of colonization and systemic racism, exploring the profound impact they have had on queer Latinx memory. Through a delicate and nuanced language, Dominguez unearths the untold stories and forgotten histories that have shaped their collective identity.

In their letters addressed to Diego de Landa, a Spanish friar who played a pivotal role in the destruction of the Maya language in Mani Yucatán in 1562, Dominguez channels their rage and longing for a future beyond the remnants of the colonial imagination. This collection does not aim to heal the deep wounds of colonization, but rather to re-articulate a language that fosters recovery and healing.

Dominguez's poems weave together personal narratives, historical references, and cultural symbols to create a tapestry of resilience and resistance. They challenge the dominant narratives that have silenced and erased the experiences of marginalized communities, offering a powerful testament to the strength and resilience of queer Latinx people.

DESGRACIADO is a profound exploration of the intersection of identity, history, and trauma, offering a lens through which readers can understand the ongoing struggles and triumphs of the queer Latinx community. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of the complexities of intersectionality and the importance of reclaiming lost histories.

Weight: 216g
Dimension: 153 x 203 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781643621142