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Syrinx
“come freely as a birdsong note
and i will make my mouth a trapdoor
and slip my heart beneath your tongue
subtly as a cat on the prowl.”
an experimental poetry chapbook in which the larynx breaks into the syrinx, the voice organ of birds and poets.
to request a free copy in exchange for an honest review, message the author on:
twitter: kestrelofherran
instagram: girloutofmyth
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cover design by theodora stefan.
and i will make my mouth a trapdoor
and slip my heart beneath your tongue
subtly as a cat on the prowl.”
an experimental poetry chapbook in which the larynx breaks into the syrinx, the voice organ of birds and poets.
to request a free copy in exchange for an honest review, message the author on:
twitter: kestrelofherran
instagram: girloutofmyth
tumblr: kestrel-of-herran
cover design by theodora stefan.
35 pages, ebook
First published January 1, 2019
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June 26, 2019
“Syrinx” is a contemporary poetry book in which the poet expresses her inherent desire to voice her feelings in much the same way as birds. The poem and fragment collection is divided into two parts: "dusk chorus" and "dawn chorus", which further establishes the theme.
In “dusk chorus” the voice is quite dark. The heart, similarly to Lenore's previous poetry book "apple biter // apple boiler", is an important symbol which makes an appearance from the start. It is the origin of the seeds Lenore plants, the wellspring of every poem.
Lenore's poetry is deeply physical, and yet abstract. The body and soul are in conflict. While in the beginning the speaker seems reluctant to leave their "circle of bones" due to how secure it feels (p.10), each and every poem that follows creates a sense of wanting to escape, to grow, to expand.
A particular poem which stood out to me was "objectifixation" (p.13). The lines are split in peculiar ways, creating new meanings. Lenore quite literally expects you to read between the lines:
"bo-" (bow?), "master-"
"pain-", "dye" (die?)
"writ-" (write), "rot-"
"drawn-", "art-"
The poem heavily relies on sound, while also being neatly structured, each word delivered fast and sharp.
Another poem which talks about the body opposed to the universe is the one on p.17 in which the speaker has come into terms with their desire to let go of the physical dimension. In this piece there is motion, expansion, endless potential for growth and birth. In four melodic lines chaos gives birth to cosmos, darkness creates light.
While “dusk chorus” is about conflict, “dawn chorus” is about power. We see references to mythology and history. The writing is vibrant, vivid, empowering. The author talks about what poetry means to her, and presents her definition of poetry by comparing it to prose.
I highly recommend ”Syrinx” to all lovers of experimental contemporary poetry. Please support Lenore and her work.
In “dusk chorus” the voice is quite dark. The heart, similarly to Lenore's previous poetry book "apple biter // apple boiler", is an important symbol which makes an appearance from the start. It is the origin of the seeds Lenore plants, the wellspring of every poem.
Lenore's poetry is deeply physical, and yet abstract. The body and soul are in conflict. While in the beginning the speaker seems reluctant to leave their "circle of bones" due to how secure it feels (p.10), each and every poem that follows creates a sense of wanting to escape, to grow, to expand.
A particular poem which stood out to me was "objectifixation" (p.13). The lines are split in peculiar ways, creating new meanings. Lenore quite literally expects you to read between the lines:
"bo-" (bow?), "master-"
"pain-", "dye" (die?)
"writ-" (write), "rot-"
"drawn-", "art-"
The poem heavily relies on sound, while also being neatly structured, each word delivered fast and sharp.
Another poem which talks about the body opposed to the universe is the one on p.17 in which the speaker has come into terms with their desire to let go of the physical dimension. In this piece there is motion, expansion, endless potential for growth and birth. In four melodic lines chaos gives birth to cosmos, darkness creates light.
While “dusk chorus” is about conflict, “dawn chorus” is about power. We see references to mythology and history. The writing is vibrant, vivid, empowering. The author talks about what poetry means to her, and presents her definition of poetry by comparing it to prose.
I highly recommend ”Syrinx” to all lovers of experimental contemporary poetry. Please support Lenore and her work.
April 20, 2019
I loved this poetry book!
It has all the elements of concentrated, thought-provoking modern poetry AND Romantic, Gothic, and Mythical elements that pull on your heart strings.
The book is divided into two phases of Dusk and Dawn. And the poems that correspond to each phase are masterfully crafter. Dusk offers darker, eerie, haunted tones, while Dawn brings beginnings, new starts, and an anticipation.
The use of forms and shapes are well done and unique and add a layer to the overall theme of this book.
My a solute favorite was the poem on page 13. It was so witty and thought-provoking and entirely its own poem. I reread it like three times.
Please download this book!! It’s sooo good!!
It has all the elements of concentrated, thought-provoking modern poetry AND Romantic, Gothic, and Mythical elements that pull on your heart strings.
The book is divided into two phases of Dusk and Dawn. And the poems that correspond to each phase are masterfully crafter. Dusk offers darker, eerie, haunted tones, while Dawn brings beginnings, new starts, and an anticipation.
The use of forms and shapes are well done and unique and add a layer to the overall theme of this book.
My a solute favorite was the poem on page 13. It was so witty and thought-provoking and entirely its own poem. I reread it like three times.
Please download this book!! It’s sooo good!!
April 20, 2019
I present to you poetry that might be two or three lines, yet still contain underlying meanings and words between the lines unlike what’s trending nowadays. Lilly’s work each contains two topics, the main concept behind the poem and the metaphor by the which the poem is themed and dressed with. Some you might understand directly as it strikes a cord in you, others might take you days to finally grasp the meaning. Yet I can promise that each and every one of them will leave you in awe at the complete and utter brilliance and thought behind every letter. 10/10 would recommend for all those pretty words and melodic rhythms old poetry lovers.
June 22, 2019
This is poetry which evokes all of the senses. The author does a wonderful job of using vivid imagery so that the reader truly feels like they can see what she is describing. To me, these poems seem like a search for oneself. One of my favorite poems is the following:
the tragedy of every artist
is to feel every gap in her body
and know there are spaces she may never fill
These lines speak to me for, as a poetess myself, I know that our job as artists is to put into words the moments and feelings which can go unnoticed by others.
Additionally, I quite admire how the second section of the book holds messages of feminine strength!
Thank you for the copy of your poetry, L! :)
the tragedy of every artist
is to feel every gap in her body
and know there are spaces she may never fill
These lines speak to me for, as a poetess myself, I know that our job as artists is to put into words the moments and feelings which can go unnoticed by others.
Additionally, I quite admire how the second section of the book holds messages of feminine strength!
Thank you for the copy of your poetry, L! :)
April 19, 2019
“syrinx” is an experimental poetry chapbook drawing inspiration from myth and history.
the short form and mythical atmosphere remind me of sappho's fragments, with (a bit) dark feminist themes woven into it.
my favourite fragment is definitely, this slightly satirical piece:
the short form and mythical atmosphere remind me of sappho's fragments, with (a bit) dark feminist themes woven into it.
my favourite fragment is definitely, this slightly satirical piece:
women with pow(d)er are quite the scandal.
can’t seem to keep their noses out of the case!
decapitation is in order.
April 20, 2019
I LOVED IT!
Remember, I have limited knowledge in poetry, so I won't comment on the actual prose, just about what I felt while reading.
And what I felt was a lot. In a negative sense. I know, by such a statement, it might sound like a bad thing, but I actually mean it in a positive connotation. You could say I had a catharsis.
I've read the poems twice, first to gather a general idea of the themes and the atmosphere, then the second time I got to reflect on them. I had Daughter's If you leave album playing in the background and when Smother came on while I was reading these lines
i have grown fond of this circle of bones.
if only it kept the eyes out!
it’s such a good guard of scratches and cracks
and stops all my dashes and taps!
but the cyclopean stare of each cell makes me pound.
i am not no one.
i will not venture out.
I was hit in the guts with feelings. This one is definetely my favourite poem out of all of the. It resonated with my spirit because of its sadness and loneliness, but also the acceptance and realization of the sheer violence behind such emotions.
Syrinx is full of melancholy and desperation, but they are used as empowering tools, not as a sign of resignation. Our heroine, Lenore (a reference to Edgar Allan Poe), is well aware of the physical and hurtful boundaries of her body, and sets to shred them in order to reach a higher plane of freedom -poetry, in its beauty and tragedy.
I commented on Lilly's previous work that in that occasion it was the animalistc side of the human heart wanting to come out, but in this latest work it's the contrary: it's the vulnerability and strenght of this girl's fragile, wild beating heart that shine through, the animal skin covering and guarding it teared off. The moon is both a silent companion and a goddess watching over her pupil.
Syrinx is a Bird's Song and we are left stuck on the ground while Lenore takes flight.
Remember, I have limited knowledge in poetry, so I won't comment on the actual prose, just about what I felt while reading.
And what I felt was a lot. In a negative sense. I know, by such a statement, it might sound like a bad thing, but I actually mean it in a positive connotation. You could say I had a catharsis.
I've read the poems twice, first to gather a general idea of the themes and the atmosphere, then the second time I got to reflect on them. I had Daughter's If you leave album playing in the background and when Smother came on while I was reading these lines
i have grown fond of this circle of bones.
if only it kept the eyes out!
it’s such a good guard of scratches and cracks
and stops all my dashes and taps!
but the cyclopean stare of each cell makes me pound.
i am not no one.
i will not venture out.
I was hit in the guts with feelings. This one is definetely my favourite poem out of all of the. It resonated with my spirit because of its sadness and loneliness, but also the acceptance and realization of the sheer violence behind such emotions.
Syrinx is full of melancholy and desperation, but they are used as empowering tools, not as a sign of resignation. Our heroine, Lenore (a reference to Edgar Allan Poe), is well aware of the physical and hurtful boundaries of her body, and sets to shred them in order to reach a higher plane of freedom -poetry, in its beauty and tragedy.
I commented on Lilly's previous work that in that occasion it was the animalistc side of the human heart wanting to come out, but in this latest work it's the contrary: it's the vulnerability and strenght of this girl's fragile, wild beating heart that shine through, the animal skin covering and guarding it teared off. The moon is both a silent companion and a goddess watching over her pupil.
Syrinx is a Bird's Song and we are left stuck on the ground while Lenore takes flight.
June 3, 2019
i'm not really good at reviews so i'll keep this short.
i really enjoyed this book! i haven't read a poetry book in a while so this was a really nice way to get back to it.
the poems were slightly different from what i'm used to but they were amazing nonetheless.
i really enjoyed this book! i haven't read a poetry book in a while so this was a really nice way to get back to it.
the poems were slightly different from what i'm used to but they were amazing nonetheless.
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