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By Paugh Shadow

Nine Petals, Two Tongues is a metaphorical title meant to reflect both the structure and spirit of this poetry book: Nine Petals: Each "petal" represents one of the nine lyric poems--delicate, individual, and part of a greater whole, like a flower. In Chinese and many Eastern cultures, the number nine also symbolizes completeness and eternity, adding a layer of cultural resonance. Two Tongues: This refers to the bilingual nature of the book--Chinese and English--two languages "speaking" the same form of literature, offering different cultural lenses and poetic rhythms. So together, the title suggests a poetic flower with nine parts, expressed in two languages--bridging East and West through the beauty of lyrical expression. It's elegant, symbolic, and open to interpretation.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5MP53Y6
• ISBN13: 9798280355026
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 28 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"