Exultations

The collection unfolds as a restless, lyrical journey through myth, prayer, and memory, weaving together fragments of Italian Renaissance echo, French symbolism, and contemporary voice. Its opening pages set a tone of timeless yearning, where the speaker declares itself an “eternal spirit” whose creations are fleeting yet persisting beneath a crumbling earth. The poet’s address to friends, editors, and even distant deities invites listeners into an intimate conversation that feels both historic and immediate. Richly textured, the verses shift from solemn invocations of “God of waters” to daring declarations of personal resolve, creating a tapestry of reverence and rebellion.

Across its many sections—night litany, sandalphon, sestinas, and ballads—the work experiments with form while retaining a musical pulse that rewards the ear. Imagery of seas, shadows, and celestial fire mingles with references to Dante, Guido, and ancient angels, offering a chorus of cultural echo that feels fresh when spoken aloud. Listeners will find a dense, yet approachable, mosaic of prayerful wonder and fierce self‑assertion, perfect for those who love poetry that both challenges and comforts.