English Original
migrant
detention
sunset
ladders
the sky
tinywords, 21:1, April 30 2021
LeRoy Gorman
Chinese Translation (Traditional)
移民
拘留
夕陽
攀爬
天空
Chinese Translation (Simplified)
移民
拘留
夕阳
攀爬
天空
Bio Sketch
LeRoy Gorman lives in Napanee, Ontario. His poetry, much of it minimalist and visual, has appeared in publications and exhibitions worldwide. He is the author of two dozen poetry books and chapbooks. His most recent book, goodwill galaxy hunting, is available from Urban Farmhouse Press.
The vertical layout of this migration tanka not only enhances its sociopolitical theme but also visually strengthens its symbolic meaning. It's a poignant commentary on our time.
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