The Certain Hour (Dizain des Poëtes)

A lyrical tapestry unfolds, inviting listeners into a meditation on time’s relentless march and the stubborn permanence of love. The opening verses set a tone of gentle satire, where the narrator observes critics shaping impressions like fleeting shadows, while a deeper current of divine sonship and mortal chance runs beneath. The language dances between classical allusion and modern wit, offering a contemplative space that feels both timeless and oddly immediate.

From the “Ballad of the Double‑Soul” to “Balthazar’s Daughter” and the mischievous “Irresistible Ogle,” the collection weaves mythic figures, playful paradoxes, and philosophical riddles into short, vivid poems. Each piece teases the listener with dualities—hope and fear, ambition and humility—while maintaining a light, conversational rhythm. The result is a richly textured journey through imagination and inquiry that rewards attentive ears with both laughter and lingering thought.