This Earth Day, we have brought together films, interviews, poems, essays and, perhaps importantly, manifestos. When environmental protections are being rolled back, when the temperature is more than 1.5°C above the pre-industrial era, when genocide continues without intervention, when wars rage around the globe weaponized by Western arms dealers, when people are deported to foreign prisons without trial, when those traditionally marginalized within our communities are targeted more than ever... —yes, it's time to declare our aims, motivations and intentions. It's a time for manifestos to imagine new ways of being in the world.
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The More Than Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: A Poem and Interview with Julie Runacres
For our series of poets and writers on the environment, Julie Runacres discusses her poetry's relationship with herbalism, women, and nature, while highlighting the significance of concrete forms in enhancing meaning and addressing societal perceptions of women and ecology. Read on for more.
The More Than Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: A Poem and Interview with Lesley Curwen
In this interview, Lesley Curwen discusses her writing process, particularly in relation to nature and ocean pollution. Her poem "Night on the Yealm" captures a quiet moment on a sailing trip, highlighting immersion in nature. Curwen reflects on the balance between human concerns and nature's forces, emphasizing gratitude and contemplation. Read on for the poem and intriguing interview.
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: A Poem and interview with Claire Williamson
In this interview series on #MoreThanHuman, poet Claire Williamson discusses her connections to Wimbleball Lake, a man-made reservoir marking a lost community. She reflects on themes of grief, nature’s resilience, and magic realism in her poetry, emphasizing the transformative power of the environment and the importance of letting nature evolve organically. Check out this moving poem and discussion!
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: A Poem and Interview with Rahana K. Ismail
This interview features poet Rahana K. Ismail discussing her work and the theme of the more-than-human. Ismail emphasizes fluidity in language and places a strong focus on emotion, connection, and the intricacies of life. Her poem "Bottle" exemplifies this approach, blending personal and collective experiences while exploring themes of love and existence in particular environments. Can language be compared to a jungle? Find out more in this mind-expanding interview.
MODRON Issue 5: Editorial
In Issue 5 of Modron, reflections on winter storms highlight the vulnerability of nature and humanity. The editorial addresses global crises, emphasizing the importance of witnessing struggles, particularly in Palestine. It features poetry that intertwines human experience with nature, celebrating linguistic diversity and offering new translations in Welsh alongside original works.
Audio Feature: Art as Resistance: Insights from Duriel E. Harris
This is an interview with Duriel E. Harris, an acclaimed American poet and editor of Obsidian, discussing her works and the importance of art in response to global conflicts. Harris reflects on joy amid adversity and the potential of writing to provoke change, emphasizing resilience in the face of violence.
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: a translation of Kersti Merilaas and interview with translator Ilmar Lehtpere
This week's interview features Estonian poet Ilmar Lehtpere discussing the complexities of translating poetry, particularly Kersti Merilaas' work. Ilmar emphasizes the moral obligation of translators to represent authors faithfully, while navigating cultural and linguistic differences. Ilmar highlights the importance of translating diverse voices to combat cultural homogenization and promote environmental awareness through literature.
The More-Than-Human Perspective in Environmental Poetry: a poem and interview from eartha davis
The interview explores Eartha Davis's poetic approach, particularly her work "sgeulachd na h-aibhne" (story of a river). Emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and the environment, Davis highlights the significance of Gaelic as a conduit for emotion and meaning. She encourages readers to engage deeply, uncovering narratives that unite humans and nature.
Meet the Pushcart Prize Nominees Featured in MODRON
This is just a quick news flash. MODRON issue 5 is coming at the end of December. We can't wait to share it with you. In the meantime, we just want to share that the poets nominated this year for the Pushcart Prize are: https://videopress.com/v/PWOiM8cn?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&loop=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Abeer Ameer – At LeastCorinna Board – My uncle brings … Continue reading Meet the Pushcart Prize Nominees Featured in MODRON