Abstract The poetry manuscript is divided into four sections that each center around physical locations, music, love and interiority respectively. Most of the poetry is written in free verse, but some pieces are written in forms or as ekphrastic works related to music and visual art. This collection draws inspiration from Natasha Trethewey, Adam Zagajewski, and Meena Alexander among others. Keywords: Poetry, free verse, haibune [sic], New Jersey, exphrasis,...

Abstract This collection of poetry aims to synthesize Greek mythology with my changing emotional landscape surrounding the circumstances of my adoption via the lost sequel to Homer's Odyssey known as Telegony. This collection draws inspiration from Homer, Virgil, Louise Glück, Robin Robertson, Madeline Miller, and Paula McClain among others.Keywords poetry; mythology; mythopoesis; The Odyssey; adoption; Homer;...