{"product_id":"the-end-of-the-dark-era-9781939419804","title":"The End of the Dark Era","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe End of the Dark Era: Mongolian Poetry Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe End of the Dark Era\u003c\/i\u003e represents a groundbreaking publication as the first book of Mongolian poetry to be published in the United States. This avant-garde collection brings the voice of the Mongolian steppes to English-speaking readers through the work of Tseveendorjin Oidov, a distinguished figure in both Mongolian literature and visual arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Poetry Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis bilingual poetry book traverses the Mongolian dreamscape through verses populated by horses, eagles, and a recurring darkness that Oidov transforms with startling descriptions and profound empathy. The collection stands as one of the few avant-garde works to emerge from Mongolia's vast steppes, offering readers an authentic glimpse into Mongolian contemporary poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features a unique dual artistic expression: the second half contains short poems accompanied by thirty-six of Oidov's abstract line drawings, merging literary and visual art forms. This integration reflects Oidov's dual mastery as both poet and painter, providing readers with a multisensory literary experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthor and Translator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTseveendorjin Oidov\u003c\/b\u003e is recognized as the first Mongolian Modernist and is highly regarded as a visual artist. Based in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, his work bridges traditional Mongolian themes with modernist sensibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimon Wickhamsmith\u003c\/b\u003e serves as international director of the Mongolian Academy of Poetry and Culture and co-directs the Orchuulga Foundation, dedicated to translating Mongolian literature. His translation work has earned him PEN Translation Fund grants in 2008 and 2015, and recognition as a Leading Cultural Worker by the government of Mongolia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis paperback edition is published by Phoneme Media and includes both English translations and original Mongolian text. The collection offers readers access to a literary tradition rarely available in English translation, making it an essential addition for poetry enthusiasts, world literature collectors, and readers interested in Asian literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book serves as both a literary work and an art object, with Oidov's line drawings providing visual counterpoints to his poetic vision. This first translation makes Mongolian modernist poetry accessible to a broader international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Phoneme Media","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493242376466,"sku":"9781939419804","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_18d3451e-9bef-4e46-be19-1956c5d3f979.jpg?v=1730640007","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-end-of-the-dark-era-9781939419804","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}