{"product_id":"rays-of-light-and-darkness-paperback","title":"Rays of Light and Darkness - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRaymond Turco\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRays of Light and Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e is an evocative chapbook that explores identity, memory, and resilience through poetry. Set against the backdrop of an Italian-American heritage, these poems bridge the old and new worlds, capturing moments of joy, hardship, and personal discovery. The collection unfolds like a lyrical journey, where each piece is both a standalone exploration and part of a broader narrative on family ties, cultural roots, and the struggle to belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith themes of mental health, familial legacy, and the tensions of a bicultural identity, \u003cem\u003eRays of Light and Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers into intimate spaces where past and present converge. The poems delve into the lives of ancestors, relive stories of migration, and reflect on the complexities of carrying multiple cultures within. The text strikes a balance between the universality of human experience and the specific, nuanced challenges of Italian-American life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for lovers of poetry, those interested in cultural heritage, and anyone who has ever felt \"between worlds,\" this chapbook offers moments of introspection and a deep emotional resonance. Ideal for readers seeking poetic realism with elements of surrealism, \u003cem\u003eRays of Light and Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to the enduring power of memory, a celebration of resilience, and a tribute to the beauty found in life's contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of contemporary poetry, cultural narratives, and introspective writing, \u003cem\u003eRays of Light and Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e makes a lasting impression, promising to move, inspire, and bring readers closer to their own sense of identity and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.11 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 29, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42733621542975,"sku":"9798888388068","price":31.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/bfcf5b21012ed2e8a5ea950a38dfc30a.webp?v=1765136689","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/rays-of-light-and-darkness-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}