City Sonnets

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Exploring the dualities of urban existence, this collection features thirty-six sonnets that delve into the contrasts of city life, from wealth to poverty and beauty to ugliness. Each poem captures diverse aspects of modern living, including beggars, cathedrals, and everyday urban scenes, enhanced by complementary illustrations. The traditional sonnet form sharpens the focus on the complexities of human experience amidst the vibrant tapestry of city dwellers, reflecting their tensions, anxieties, pleasures, and joys.