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Welcome to a world of poetry that delves into the emotional contours of life, exploring themes that touch every facet of the human experience. Within these pages, the poet's voice navigates love and loss, joy and despair, moments of transformation, and the mysteries of faith. While certain poems are inspired by early memories of Cyprus—fondly referred to by the poet as “Cyprus Poems” and “Cyprus Poetry”—the collection spans far beyond, offering reflections on universal themes and timeless questions.

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a favourite poem

U.K. - Cyprus - Yialousa

poems by Chris Zachariou

Loving Evita

A tale of alienation, loneliness and death

After dark, she finds sanctuary
in the house of the lame dancers.

Listening to melancholy songs
pressed between the pages of her
faded scrapbook, she recalls her
mother's kindness— mugunghwa1
blossom on her pillow and rice
cakes for breakfast....

read the complete poem at  Loving Evita
 

Featured Collections...

The Cyprus Flag

In "Cyprus Poems," Chris Zachariou delves into themes of life, death, love, and loss, drawing from the mythology and cultural heritage of Yialousa, Cyprus. The poems are deeply rooted in the landscape and folklore of the poet’s birthplace.

A couple in despair, one pulling away as the other crumbles on the floor. A poignant portrayal of love and loss

"Old Stories" is a poetic cycle exploring love and loss. The narrator envisions a deep bond between two partners, yet the relationship ends in sorrow. After their separation, the narrator faces depression and struggles to rebuild, burdened by the unclear reasons for their parting.

Death poems by the Cyprus poet Chris Zachariou. Mourning the death of a young life with funeral candles in Yialousa, Cyprus

"Thirteen Silk Verses" is a collection of poems addressing death and grief. The poems grapple with the anger over a young person's death, questioning a seemingly indifferent god. They reflect both the joy of a young life and the deep sorrow that follows its tragic end.

Toxic love, despair, and relationship breakdown. Disastrous yet exciting love

*Mosaics* is a poetic cycle on toxic love, exploring love’s joy and its destructive side. Miscommunication and insecurities drive conflict, leading to volatility and breakdowns as minor issues ignite deeper tensions.

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