Maria Baranda Ordre des livres

A lyrical collection of the finest poems by a leading Mexican poet, superbly translated for English readers

Maria Baranda, a prominent Mexican poet from the 1960s generation, is celebrated for her powerful long poems and significant literary contributions. This volume features two major works: "To Tell" and the title poem, showcasing her sweeping and incisive style. Baranda's accolades include Mexico's Efraín Huerta and Aguascalientes national poetry prizes, along with Spain's Francisco de Quevedo Prize for Ibero-American Poetry, highlighting her esteemed position in contemporary poetry.

The book features a trilogy of interconnected long poems that explore complex themes through distinct voices. The first sequence presents a narrative addressing an unnamed "you," while the "Letters to Robinson" offer reflections directed to a witness of the unfolding events. The final section, "Sky Cycle," returns to the narrative voice, creating a cohesive experience that amplifies the individual poems. Originally published in Mexico in 2006, this work is a significant contribution to Latino/Latina studies, translated by Joshua Edwards.