Description
THE IMPOSSIBLE SQUARING OF THE VERSE
Book Summary
This collection of poems gathers the most recent work by María Guivernau, written in recent years and originally conceived for publication in 2020. However, the outbreak of the pandemic and the subsequent global standstill transformed the meaning of the work. The author offers a poetic reflection on the shifting of priorities, the fragility of life, and the need to find beauty in the present. A book that invites us to value the essential and break with superstitions to embrace the moment.
What is it about?
The impossible squaring of the verse is a collection of poems born from a life experience marked by interruption. Originally planned for 2020, the book was affected by the global pandemic, an event that led the author to rethink her beliefs and her relationship with time. The verses transition from the initial intention to challenge the supposed curse of even-numbered years to the acceptance that life imposes its own rhythms. The work thus becomes a testimony of personal transformation, where poetry serves as a vehicle to express a new appreciation for the everyday, gratitude for the present, and the renunciation of absurd theories in favor of daily enjoyment.
Main themes
- The transformation of priorities following a global crisis.
- The acceptance of the present and overcoming personal superstitions.
- The fragility of life and the value of the everyday.
- Poetic creation as a response to interruption and change.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers of contemporary poetry who are looking for an intimate and reflective work born from a specific historical experience. It will be of particular interest to those who wish to explore how the pandemic transformed the perception of time and life from a lyrical and personal perspective. It is also suitable for those who appreciate short poetry collections that invite introspection and a revaluation of what is essential.
What this book offers
- A poetic look at the personal impact of the pandemic and the shift in priorities.
- A reflection on the need to abandon limiting beliefs in order to live in the present.
- Verses that invite gratitude and an appreciation of the everyday.
- A brief but intense work, ideal for leisurely and meditative reading.
Technical specifications
- Author: Maria Guivernau
- Publisher: Huerga y Fierro Editores
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Poetry by individual poets
- Collection: Poesia
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2021
- Number of pages: 70
- Weight: 118 g
Editorial review
The impossible squaring of the verse is a work that captures the spirit of a time of uncertainty and transformation. María Guivernau succeeds in turning a personal experience of interruption and change into a collection of poems that resonates with the collective experience of the pandemic. Its value lies in the honesty with which she addresses the evolution of her own priorities, offering the reader a space for reflection on what really matters. It is a recommended read for those looking for poetry that dialogues with the present and invites a reconsideration of our relationship with time and life.