Synopsis "Insect Artists and Stealers of Time: A Collection of Illustrated Poems"
In this creatively illustrated collection (artwork provided by four different artists), author Jim Wormington deconstructs religion, sex, death, employment, addiction, lust, envy (and other deadly sins), vacuum fluctuations, singing airplanes, and the unique perspective of insects. The first 8 poems are enhanced by the stunning artwork of Australian artist, Loui Jover, who has generously donated his pieces to this collection. Wormington believes that "art, in all its forms, is our finest stab at getting hold of the most elusive aspects of being human, the intangibles that necessarily involve our senses even while transcending them. Paintings, sculptures, books, films, and, yes, poetry ... these are our cave drawings, our attempts to transform abstract ideas into forms we can look at, touch, contemplate and question, share, discuss, and debate. These are our strivings to more fully grasp the mysteries both outside us and within us." Accessible, relatable, intelligent. Special thanks to Australian artist, Loui Jover, for the stunning artwork he has leant to this collection.
