Garry Thomas Morse Book order

Farinata Feck, a poet of mixed heritage, is a man of many appetites; yet he is most consumed by the search to find his romantic ideal. Yo-yoing between Regina and Winnipeg, Farinata crosses paths with colonial ghosts, cosplay enthusiasts, a Faulknerian gossip, a rogue tree-cop, and a sweet potato activist. With equal parts playfulness and decadence, Garry Thomas Morse renders the Beckettish adventures of the lovelorn libertine with hypnotic surrealism. A dizzying display of literary opulence and allusion, Yams Do Not Exist finds footholds in Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy, footnoting a twisting, prairie roadmap to romance, by turns hellish and sublime.

This companion volume enriches the narratives found in Discovery Passages and Prairie Harbour, offering deeper insights into the themes and characters presented in those works. It explores the interconnectedness of the stories, providing a broader context and enhancing the reader's understanding of the characters' journeys and the historical backdrop. Through its detailed examination, it invites readers to reflect on the significance of place and memory in shaping identity and experience.

The protagonist, Diminuenda, embarks on a time-traveling quest to gather valuable objets d'art in order to claim her estranged father's immense fortune. This journey not only challenges her understanding of art and history but also forces her to confront her family's past and the complexities of her relationship with her father. As she navigates different eras, Diminuenda discovers the significance of each piece and how it intertwines with her own identity.

Exploring the influence of Jack Spicer, this work pays tribute to his unique vision of the serial poem, intertwining homage with innovative poetic expression. It delves into themes of creativity, inspiration, and the transformative power of language, reflecting on Spicer's Orphic ideals while crafting a contemporary narrative that resonates with his legacy.