Full Description
This collection is a bilingual journey through heritage,
mythology, and the natural world, weaving together English and Spanish
into a tapestry of poetry and prose. The work is deeply rooted in the soil of
the Sussex countryside, specifically at Helianthus Farm, where the
everyday chores of rural life—like shearing a "Golden Fleece"—are
elevated to the status of an ancient epic.
Key Features of the Collection
Linguistic
Fusion: The text seamlessly transitions between languages, reflecting
a rich cultural identity where Greek etymology meets Spanish lyricism and
English pastoral traditions.
Mythological
Realism: The author bridges the gap between the gods of Olympus (Zeus,
Artemis) and the Norse/Saxon deities (Woden, Thunor), placing these
eternal forces within the context of a working English farm.
Family
and Legacy: With titles like "Father's Day Story,"
"Dear Richard George Alexander," and "παππούς
(Pappous)," the book serves as a sentimental archive of family
affection and ancestral history.
Natural
Symbolism: From the "Yellow Butterfly" to the "Magpie
Nest," the prose and poetry find deep meaning in the flora and fauna
of the Royal County of Sussex.
Book Summary The book captures a world where
"vientos habían llevado mensajes" (winds had carried messages) across
time and borders. It explores the intersections of historical conquests—from
the Belgian Atrebates and Roman legions to the enduring Saxon spirit—within a
contemporary setting of love and nature. Whether through an etymological
breakdown of a name or a prose-heavy exploration of local history, the
collection invites the reader to see the divine and the historical in the palm
of their hand.
Contents
IndexDear Richard George Alexander....................................................... 6Racimo de Flores....................... 7Agape............................................ 8Estrella Real................................. 11Golden Grains............................ 12Me Llamo Lirio........................... 13Semicentenial.............................. 14παππούς (Pappous)................. 16Fountain of Love......................... 19Fountain of Love......................... 22Πηγή της αγάπης.................... 23El Beso.......................................... 24Morning Hymn............................ 26Agapiméni.................................... 28Celico............................................ 30The Child's Dream..................... 32Threads of Dreams ................... 35Abriendo Surcos........................ 36The Yellow Butterfly.................. 38Snow Buds................................... 39Father's Day Story..................... 40Aguas del Norte......................... 42Frío................................................ 44Adventures of Alexis at theSunflower Farm.......................... 48TR ('Tyrannus Reckless').......... 52Callum, Ma Crow and theEnchanted Forest....................... 56Magpie Nest at Helianthus Farm....................................................... 60Hopscotch................................... 62The Shepherd.............................. 66La Esquila del Vellocino de Oro....................................................... 70
