The Gathering of Bastards

The Gathering of Bastards is a poetry collection that chronicles the movement of migrants, exploring themes of vulnerability, intelligence, and the challenges of living through terror and loss. The poet himself is a perpetual migrant.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2023
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press

The 2024 National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist in Poetry, Romeo Orioguns' "Migrant by the Sea," captures the profound physical and emotional toll of migration. The poem vividly depicts the relentless hunger that plagues the bodies of migrants as they stand on the seashore, a testament to the relentless struggle they endure.

In his collection "The Gathering of Bastards," Orioguns delves deep into the lives of migrants, exploring their journeys across borders both internal and external. Through his poignant and insightful poems, the poet himself becomes a perpetual migrant, embarking on forced journeys that span across nations in West and North Africa, Europe, and American cities.

These poems of vulnerability and sharp intelligence shine a light on the challenges faced by migrants as they navigate the treacherous terrain of terror and loss. Orioguns' words evoke a sense of empathy and understanding, as he intimately portrays the longing for home and the search for a sense of belonging in a world that often feels foreign and unwelcoming.

Through his poetic lens, Orioguns offers a powerful commentary on the human condition, highlighting the resilience and strength of those who are forced to leave their homes in search of a better life. "The Gathering of Bastards" is a testament to the power of literature to shed light on the experiences of marginalized communities and to challenge our perceptions of the world.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781496234032