Homunculus
Homunculus

Homunculus

POETRY

88 Pages, 5.5 x 8.5

Formats: Paperback, ebook: EPUB, Mobipocket, ebook: PDF

Paperback, $16.99 (US $16.99) (CA $22.99)

Publication Date: November 2020

ISBN 9781784109912

eBook

eBook Editions Available

Will it work on my eReader?
Price: $16.99
 
 

Overview

A poignant exploration of aging, desire, and memory through contemporary verse.

James Womack's Homunculus transposes the ancient Elegies of Maximian into a modern landscape of introspection and cultural commentary. This long poem delves into the complexities of growing old, grappling with loss, and confronting the ever-present specter of mortality. Womack's lyrical voice blends humor and despair, offering a unique perspective on the human condition.

For readers of contemporary poetry and classical literature, Homunculus offers a profound journey through the corridors of memory and the landscapes of desire. Discover a world where the past echoes in the present, and the search for meaning continues amidst the ruins of time. Will the speaker find solace, or succumb to the weight of his reflections?

Reviews

"On Trust is a witty, eloquent, troubling collection." —Sean O'Brien

Author Biography

James Womack is a poet and translator. He is the author of two previous collections: Misprint (2012) and On Trust: A Book of Lies (2017). He translates from Spanish and Russian, and has produced versions of Vladimir Mayakovsky and Manuel Vilas for Carcanet. He has also translated works by authors including Silvina Ocampo, Roberto Arlt, Sergio del Molino, Batyr Berdiev and Annasoltan Kekilova. He lives and works in Cambridge.
Browse
Need Help?

Need Help with Your Order?

Call IPG at 1-800-888-4741 or contact [email protected]

Browse
Need Help?

Need Help with Your Order?

Call IPG at 1-800-888-4741 or contact [email protected]