The Crocodile's Tears
by Fernando SylvanAbout This Book
Few works of poetry have earned the sustained critical attention that The Crocodile's Tears (1975) by Fernando Sylvan continues to receive. Fernando Sylvan's 'The Crocodile's Tears' is a seminal work in East Timorese literature, blending poetry with philosophical reflections. The collection draws on local folklore and mythology, using the crocodile as a symbol of the nation's struggles and aspirations. Sylvan's evocative language and profound insights into the human condition make this work a cornerstone of East Timorese cultural identity, offering readers a deep connection to the land and its people. Themes of mythology, struggle, identity run through the work.
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🌿 Poetry
Collections of verse spanning lyric, epic, and experimental forms.
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This book is part of East Timor's rich literary tradition.
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Fernando Sylvan is a East Timor author whose work in poetry has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
