Ivan Brave
Description
Now with a foreword by Jonah Wardell of Roughest Drafts on YouTube!
Embark on a celestial journey with Lunas и Moons, a captivating chapbook that def
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ies conventional poetry and pushes the boundaries of linguistic exploration. Alina Lugo of Revista Diáspora calls it "perfect for those willing to face discomfort and embrace the beauty of the unknown" (6 Dec 2024). Meanwhile, Argentine artist Meli Valdés Sozzani notes how the five experimental pieces contained within achieve "a harmony that goes beyond languages by choosing each word not only for its semantic value but also for its sound, for its connotations, alluding to that collective unconscious that transcends cultures" (24 Oct 2024).
A must read for polyglots, lovers of avant-garde literature, and those who crave thought-provoking, boundary-pushing poetry.
Immerse yourself in the following pieces from the collection:
• "A Sylph Sketch'd" - A mesmerizing prose-verse hybrid that chronicles a Turkish Knight's odyssey from battlefield to enlightenment.
• "The Devil's Throat" - A mind-bending contrapuntal poem that mirrors the cascading waters of Iguazú, offering multiple reading paths and interpretations.
• An exclusive translation of Federico Manuel Peralta Ramos's work -- Experience the brilliance of Argentina's celebrated cult poet, bridging cultures and artistic movements.
• "The Most Famous Dead in Houston" - Unearth the stories beneath Glenwood Cemetery in this innovative concrete short story, where text and subtext intertwine like roots and earth.
• "Lunas и Moons" - The titular piece, a poignant exploration of love, ambition, and the unexpected, set against the backdrop of lunar colonization and mind-altering space dust.
Right from its title - pronounced "Lunas e Moons" - this chapbook challenges perceptions, blending Spanish, Russian, and English to create a truly unique reading experience. Each page turn promises a new adventure, inviting readers to return to the beginning and discover fresh nuances with every read. Try the free sample on this page.
And dive into this cosmic dance of words and worlds today!
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