9798249179380 - Luminous Shadows: Between Shrapnel and Shells: A Series of Reflections: 1 di Gil, Heather Anne (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Luminous Shadows: Between Shrapnel and Shells"To be human is to create; to create is to survive."Luminous Shadows: Between Shrapnel and Shells is a \ haunting journey through the "Invisible Wounds" of the human experience. In this profound debut collection, Heather Anne Gil weaves together the jagged edges of global conflict with the intimate, often silent wars fought within the walls of a home.From the ash-stained skies of Gaza to the "Fortress of Salt" built within a fractured marriage, Gil's work explores the Architecture of Innocence and the gilded masks we wear to endure the unthinkable. This is not merely a book of verse; it is a multidisciplinary sanctuary blending original art descriptions, evocative lyric poetry, and raw photography.A Chronological MetamorphosisThe collection follows a transformative arc, guiding the reader through the three stages of the soul's survival: The Shrapnel: A raw exploration of the sharp impact of war, the "Domestic Front," and the weight of inherited trauma.The Shadows: A deep dive into the internal battleground-identifying the "monsters" under the bed and the social costumes we don to protect our primal vulnerabilities.The Shells: The arrival of a hard-won peace. Discover the "luminous light" found in the unconditional love of "silver-spirit" cats, the grit of family heroes, and the cyclical, hallowed healing of the natural world.Inside the Collection, You Will Find: A Master's Touch: Written by a scholar of English and a lifelong artist, blending academic depth with raw, accessible emotion.The Animal Soul: Heart-wrenching and healing tributes to the "porch cats" and "street angels" who teach us how to live without armor.Visual Storytelling: Vivid descriptions of digital art and anime-inspired characters that bridge the gap between contemporary struggle and fairytale wonder.The Ohio Winter: A celebration of the "silver-grey" beauty of the Midwest, proving that even in the bleakest seasons, life persists.A tribute to the spirits we lose and the light we reclaim, Luminous Shadows is an essential anchor for anyone seeking a bridge between reality and wonder. Whether you are a survivor of your own "Domestic War" or a seeker of "Pagan Peace," this collection will remind you that your wounds are not just scars-they are the texture of your strength.Step into the light. Order your copy of the first cycle in the Metamorphosis Series today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.