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Hatchet / Hamartia

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A bilingual poetry collection that explores the tragic nature of life, using a microwave, a fly, a soup, a football match, a train, or a child in the subway as pretexts. The poet has a strong personality and a double capacity for playing with language and using it as a mirror of Mexican reality, sometimes violent.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 102 pages
Publication date: 12 November 2020
Publisher: White Pine Press


A bilingual poetry collection that delves into the tragic nature of life when death is involved, using a diverse range of pretexts such as a microwave, a fly, a soup, a football match, a train, or a child in the subway. This collection showcases a poet with a strong personality and a remarkable ability to play with language, using it as a mirror of the Mexican reality, which can be both violent and poignant. The poems are filled with memorable lines and profound reflections that offer deep insights into the human experience.

A bilingual poetry collection that delves into the tragic nature of life when death is involved, using a diverse range of pretexts such as a microwave, a fly, a soup, a football match, a train, or a child in the subway. This collection showcases a poet with a strong personality and a remarkable ability to play with language, using it as a mirror of the Mexican reality, which can be both violent and poignant. The poems are filled with memorable lines and profound reflections that offer deep insights into the human experience.

The poet's use of language is masterful, as she skillfully weaves together vivid imagery and powerful emotions to convey the depth of her observations. Her poems are filled with memorable lines and profound reflections that offer deep insights into the human experience. From the mundane to the extraordinary, the poet's pretexts serve as a lens through which she explores the complexities of life, death, and the human condition.

One of the standout features of this collection is the poet's ability to capture the essence of a moment or an experience in a single line. Her lines are concise and evocative, leaving a lasting impression on the reader. Whether it's describing the sound of a microwave buzzing or the sensation of a fly buzzing around your head, the poet's language is precise and vivid.

Another notable aspect of this collection is the poet's exploration of the themes of love, loss, and resilience. Through her poems, she examines the ways in which these emotions shape our lives and the ways in which we navigate them. She offers poignant insights into the human experience and encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and the choices they have made.

Overall, "Death in the Subway" is a remarkable poetry collection that offers a unique perspective on the tragic nature of life. Through her skillful use of language and her ability to capture the essence of a moment, the poet creates a collection that is both thought-provoking and deeply moving. This is a must-read for anyone who enjoys poetry and is interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience.

Weight: 186g
Dimension: 154 x 228 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781945680397

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