Chris Zachariou
Riding on the Wings of Lemmings | Erotica
Unleashing primal desires and confronting monsters in a surreal dance, this poem soars on the wings of lemmings towards forbidden ecstasy.
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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
Aug 6, 2022
Pan and Selene | Greek Mythology Poems
innocence surrenders / to wanton lusts / she has denied for ever...
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Death of a Dream | Melancholy Poems
A poignant portrait of the generation of the 60’s grappling with disillusionment and the harsh realities of life.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Erato | Mosaics
Lonely child / painting the meadow green / hands reaching for the moon / writing words to love songs...
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Pandora's Box | Political Poems
The poem can be viewed as a subtle yet effective exploration of leadership, false promises, and the disillusionment that often follows.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
The Mind of a Tortured Genius | Satire Poems
A vivid tableau that delves into the psyche of a crazed painter, revealing deep-seated critiques of contemporary societal behaviours.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Pythia | Erotica
A surreal odyssey through love's storm. Lovers entwine in a poetic chaos and an enigmatic dance of passion.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Forty Days and Forty Nights | A Poem About God
The poem explores the ancient battle between good and evil Jesus endures in the wilderness, where the legions of evil are mustered.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Circe and the Siren | A Coming-of-Age Poem
This poem presents an allegorical and idiosyncratic interpretation of the myth that suggests the angst and dreams of youth.
Chris Zachariou
Aug 6, 2022
Cordoba Nights | Andalusian Poems
Forgotten thirsts and sinful cravings/stir in the breasts of shrivelled maidens;/bewildered and ashamed, they press their/palms in prayer...
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