Pangs of Life – An Anthology of Poetry, Second Edition
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Pangs of Life is an impressive and perfect blend of poetic ecocation and images which, though rooted in a country which he clearly loves passionately, gives the book a universal and lasting appeal transcending all boundaries. This poetic symphony has haunting quality that inspires optimism in the capacity of the human spirit to fight, revive and thrive against all odds.
Life often comes across as a kaleidoscope where different elements conflate to create a labyrinth of memories and experiences. Of these, many fade away as obscure events, others remain etched in our very souls. Pangs of Life is a cornucopia of moments lived and relived by the poet, Ambassador Williams Nkurunziza. With each twist and turn to a kaleidoscope, various patterns emerge. Some of these, we just pass by; others make us take a pause, and look more closely. In this collection, the perspicacious poet captures heart-wrenching catastrophes of the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, its mindless violence and the inconsolable grief it leaves in its wake. He also, with equal panache pens down the resplendent moments of joy, triumphs, everlasting hope, betrayals and longings in an eloquent repertoire. Presented in seven sections, Pangs of Life reveals the poet’s journey through life and its fugacious blossoms in this deeply moving ensemble.
