Compendium of Rivals

By Stephen Kagarise

Everyone knows Madame Rentz, the French courtesan who conquered the American Northwest. But in her quest to consume the hearts of men, she had many fierce rivals. This sequel to The Diary of Madame Rentz gives her thoughts on the matter, with characteristic verve and humor. The poems were written using words and phrases from a historic newspaper, The Daily Astorian. Titles include "Beauty Is No Cheap Humbug," "Boiled Lobster This Season," and "Debris of a Blast Blown Out."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FM3TMRCL
• ISBN13: 9798999201935
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Hysterion Press
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.3" x 8.0"