Chris Zachariou
Persephone Leaving | Greek Mythology Poems
When Persephone came back to me a rainbow of colours exploded in my grey life. I had waited for her for so long, I could only see the...
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In my poetry, I try to include all aspects of the human condition. Love and pain, sin and redemption, life and death and all that lies in between.
Chris Zachariou
Oct 16
Persephone Returns | Greek Mythology Poems
A poem drawing upon the tale of Persephone's annual journey between the underworld and the earth symbolizing the cyclical nature of life.
Chris Zachariou
Nov 5, 2022
Theofani | Cyprus Poems
Set in the1900s the poem delves into the life of a woman, possibly afflicted by a stroke, or was it the work of goblins on a haunted bridge?
Chris Zachariou
Sep 9, 2022
The Fairy and the Woodcutter | Korean Mythology
The poem unfolds as a surreal narrative infused with longing, madness, and a deep sense of yearning weaving an improbable love story.
Chris Zachariou
Sep 3, 2022
The Anger of the River | A Poem About God
The poem presents a narrative imbued with the complexities of religious faith and the consequences of challenging established dogmas.
Τάκης Ζαχαρίου
Aug 6, 2022
The Tainted Goat | Political Poems
"The Tainted Goat" presents a surreal yet incisive commentary on the nature of power and corruption exploring themes of moral decay.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Lilith's Revenge | A Dark Myth
Lilith's enigmatic allure | The poem delves into forbidden wisdom. In her quest for revenge, darkness, and desire intertwine.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
The Fate of the Giant Rabbit | Political Poems
"The Fate of the Giant Rabbit” uses surreal imagery to offer a commentary on power and injustice and a critique of societal structures.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
The Tallest Bridge in the World | Political Poems
The absurd imagery highlights the irrational pride held by those who fervently believe in their nation's unparalleled superiority.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Sweet Songbird | A Coming-of-Age Poem
An allegory of young girls enticed to the city's bright lights, facing dire consequences. Symbolism weaves dark truths.
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