Homesickness and Exile
Poems about Longing and Belonging
Emma Dai'an Wright illustrator Rachel Piercey editor Emma Dai'an Wright editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:The Emma Press
Published:9th Sep '14
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This anthology explores themes of belonging and alienation through poetry. Homesickness and Exile offers profound insights into the human experience of displacement.
The collection titled Homesickness and Exile delves into the profound emotions tied to the concept of home and belonging. Through the voices of poets from diverse backgrounds, readers are invited to explore the complexities of being a foreigner and the feelings of alienation that often accompany it. The anthology addresses significant questions about identity and the places we call home, providing a reflective lens on the human condition.
In Homesickness and Exile, themes of homecoming and departure are intricately woven together, revealing the emotional landscape of those who experience both voluntary and involuntary exile. Each poem serves as a testament to the universal yearning for acceptance and the struggle to find a sense of belonging in a world that can often feel isolating. The poets articulate their experiences, drawing connections between personal narratives and broader societal issues.
Inspired by Ovid's Tristia, this anthology expands on the themes of exile and rootlessness, considering the modern implications of these age-old concepts. Poets reflect on their own feelings of dislocation and the longing for connection to a place, whether physical or spiritual. Homesickness and Exile ultimately encourages readers to contemplate their own relationships with home, identity, and the places that shape their lives.
ISBN: 9781910139028
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 120g