by John Lars Zwerenz
The melodies which emanate
From a mystic mandolin
Evokes the many strains of an ancient violin;
And harmonies multiply, as the meaning of our fate,
Laid open to our psyches in the pristine wood:
They croon in the Lethe of your scarlet kiss,
Where libertines are dressed -
In modest crimsons, as they should.
Your fragrant bosom, praised and caressed
Glitters firmly with ardor and with bliss;
For I have seen on tepid evenings such as this
Paradise confirmed, in the rose bedecked bower:
For as each lush petal's halcyon mistress,
You long to capture every flower.
John Lars Zwerenz
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ABOUT THE POET ~
John Lars Zwerenz (1969- ) is an American impressionistic poet. He is considered one of the most important new literary figures in the world, both internationally and in The United States. He has published seven books of poetry, all of which have risen dramatically in price since their original publication. Zwerenz owns a B.A. in English from The City University Of New York At Queens College and has traveled extensively throughout The United States and overseas as a kind of literary wanderer. He has held a bohemian reputation since his youth. Zwerenz's two most recent poetry books, "Ecstasy And Other Poems", released in December of 2016, and "Elysian Meadows", released in February of 2017, have been published by ATLA Publishing, based in The UK. His poems have also appeared prolifically in International Magazines and other anthologies. Zwerenz's poetry is often highly spiritual in nature. His verse almost always adheres to strict, metrical stanzas. He currently resides in The United States, and is 48 years of age., - Rachael Canter
Last updated February 25, 2017