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The collection features sixty-two sonnets that explore the life of João, a poet and cosmopolitan traveler, over twelve years. Through his encounters with diverse friends, loves, and literary figures, João grapples with personal and collective histories. His lineage, including Cape Town-born parents and a Brazilian uncle, adds depth to his journey of self-discovery. The poems reflect a sensitivity to the complexities of identity and the impact of history on individual experiences, inviting readers to consider their own places within a global narrative.
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João, John Mateer
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- João
- Subtitle
- (sonnets)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Mateer
- Publisher
- Shearsman Books
- Publisher
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 76
- ISBN13
- 9781848616493
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The collection features sixty-two sonnets that explore the life of João, a poet and cosmopolitan traveler, over twelve years. Through his encounters with diverse friends, loves, and literary figures, João grapples with personal and collective histories. His lineage, including Cape Town-born parents and a Brazilian uncle, adds depth to his journey of self-discovery. The poems reflect a sensitivity to the complexities of identity and the impact of history on individual experiences, inviting readers to consider their own places within a global narrative.