In this slim chapbook a sense of place is everywhere, guided by the subtleness of San Oos voice which shifts, from civility to a harshness unexpected. Throughout, the senses are lulled by a cadence brought on repetitious cycles, yet, Nyunt Wai Moes impressive translation, never falters, it never bores. The Rainy Season Setting is to […]
The 12 poems from the eponymous title have been scoured from among many of Aung Cheimts works, dating back to 1995 and are thematically linked to seasons. Many are sparse, some just mere thoughts taken to paper, neither epic nor fantastical. Maung Tha Noe, once again, has proved his talents, in an effortless translation that […]
If ever there was a book which showed the world how to publish a translated work in minority, national and international languages, this is it. Written originally in Lai Hakha by the ethnic Chin poetess and creative polymath Anna Biak …
Though barely 30 pages thick, this chapbook eludes to why Maung Day is one of the most formidable poets of his generation. Boundaries and borders are crossed with impunity as he collides the village with outer space …
Award winning poet and former Yangon resident, Joe Woods newest collection will be released by Dedalus Press in April 2018 …