Jeffrey Cyphers Wright is a prolific poet whose work delves into the experimental, pushing the boundaries of language and form. As a keen critic, he contributes to the American Book Review and actively curates the arts and poetry journal Live Mag!. His writing explores a diverse range of themes, from the quotidian to profound philosophical inquiries, all rendered in a distinctive and often provocative voice. He is celebrated for his unique contributions to contemporary poetry.
A "poemifesto" referencing the "event works" movement that stresses collaboration, community, and cause-based art, the poem presents a persona who is at once a revolutionary and a dandy. The narrative races from bars to party meetings, making jokes as well as solemn vows. The words are integrated into lavish illustrations drawn and collaged onto antique wallpaper.
In his 19th book of verse, the New Romantic sonnets of Jeffrey Cyphers Wright are accompanied here by his beguiling artworks. His rhino horns and coral reef trombones, his vast vats of sperm-whale sperm and flame-thrower UFOs will grab you by your anathemas and never let go.