Description
Amintiri din timpuri trecute / Memories of Times Past
Book Summary
This bilingual collection of poems transports the reader to the rural life of yesteryear, where nature and tradition are the common thread. Through verses that shift between the human and the animal, the author weaves a nostalgic portrait of the village, its people, and its creatures. A work that invites one to rediscover the beauty of one's origins and the connection to the environment, ideal for those seeking evocative and deeply rooted poetry.
What is it about?
Through poems in Spanish and Romanian, the book explores the settings and characters of peasant life in bygone eras. The protagonists are both human and animal figures, often exchanging roles or hiding behind masks of humanity or animality in a hall of mirrors that recalls the author's first work, "Viața la țară" (Life in the Countryside). Nature and native landscapes occupy a central place, with descriptions that seek to capture their essence and intact beauty, offering a melancholic and loving look at a world that is fading away.
Main themes
- Traditional rural life and village customs
- The relationship between the human and the animal
- Nostalgia for the past and one's origins
- The beauty of nature and the native landscape
- Cultural identity and collective memory
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in lyrical and evocative poetry, especially those who value rural traditions and a connection to nature. It is also suitable for those looking for a bilingual (Spanish-Romanian) work that explores cultural identity from an intimate and simple perspective. Recommended for lovers of descriptive and nostalgic poetry.
What this book offers
- A bilingual poetic experience that enriches reading through two languages.
- An authentic and emotional look at country life, devoid of idealization.
- Verses that invite reflection on the relationship between humans and animals.
- A nostalgic journey to the roots and memory of villages.
Technical specifications
- Author: Ermalai, Matrona
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: POETRY
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: November 2021
- Number of pages: 84
- Weight: 67 g
Editorial review
A poetic proposal that stands out for its focus on rural life from a dual (human-animal) and bilingual perspective. The work is particularly attractive to those seeking poetry with cultural roots and sensitivity toward nature. Its nostalgic and descriptive tone may connect with readers who appreciate the simplicity and depth of memories, although its direct style may not convince those who prefer more abstract or experimental poetry. All in all, an honest and evocative book.