Rivers Applaud Forever

Raymond Filip's Rivers Applaud Forever is a collection of spoken-word texts, say then play recitals, and free verse, satire, nature studies, concrete poem, proem, linked sequence of narratives, and long bird call. It explores his birth, disfigurement, domestic violence, resistance movement, mixed marriage, cancer, faith, and global identity, and the joys of defying his age through sports.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2019
Publisher: Guernica Editions,Canada

In Rivers Applaud Forever, Raymond Filip, the multifaceted artist and musician, presents a captivating collection of spoken-word texts that gracefully dance across a silent canvas, accompanied by mesmerizing stage performances. This diverse anthology showcases a range of poetic styles, including free verse, end rhymes, satire, nature studies, concrete poetry, a proem, a linked sequence of narratives, and a poignant bird call to the uncaptured. Filip's artistic journey intertwines his personal experiences with profound themes such as the aftermath of displacement, the hardships of growing up in the impoverished riverside slums of Montréal, his courageous involvement in the resistance movement that ultimately secured Lithuanian independence, the complexities of a mixed marriage to a Filipina, his resilience in facing cancer, his spiritual quest, and his celebration of defying age through his enduring passion for sports. Through his words, Filip invites listeners to embark on a profound exploration of life's intricacies, offering insights, empathy, and a sense of connection that transcends time and borders.

Weight: 212g
Dimension: 154 x 230 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781771833608