In his 13th book of poetry, jacob erin-cilberto shows us why his work has won critical acclaim. This volume takes us on a poetically metaphorical, bluesy journey into verse about life and love, imbued with vibrant metaphors and complex images conveyed by simple language which defines his work. With acrostics, senryus and haikus, the poet makes the ordinary extraordinary. Jacob's poetry takes root in the human experience to which every reader can relate. It will touch the soul because it is genuine and reflective in nature. It will resonate with every reader on some level, because of its authenticity and simplicity. His economy of words belies the complexity of his romantic themes. It is as if he has taken a small piece of the lives of each of us, and brought them together at the intersection of love and anguish.
jacob erin-cilberto explores the full range of emotional relationships from "hour glass hearts" to "misfortunate circles" in this collection that reminds us of why we love and the pain and despair that often coexist with the joy of love. The "Demolition" poems which are featured in this collection provide a wonderful contrast to the pieces about hope, love and life.
In his 13th book of poetry, jacob erin-cilberto shows us why his work has won critical acclaim. This volume takes us on a poetically metaphorical, bluesy journey into verse about life and love, imbued with vibrant metaphors and complex images conveyed by simple language which defines his work. With acrostics, senryus and haikus, the poet makes the ordinary extraordinary. Jacob's poetry takes root in the human experience to which every reader can relate. It will touch the soul because it is genuine and reflective in nature. It will resonate with every reader on some level, because of its authenticity and simplicity. His economy of words belies the complexity of his romantic themes. It is as if he has taken a small piece of the lives of each of us, and brought them together at the intersection of love and anguish.
Much like music, the written word can soothe and inspire. In this eloquent collection of poetry, four poets share emotions they've experienced while coping with loss and grief. During some of their most difficult times, Victoria Valentine, Lynda G. Bullerwell, jacob erin-cilberto and Amitabh Mitra have let their innermost thoughts spill onto paper. Our Little Black Book of Ills is a heart wrenching collaboration of forty-six poems of pain, passion, and something we cannot survive without ... hope.
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