{"product_id":"the-laughing-gods-poems-for-the-end-of-the-world-9798218614287","title":"The Laughing Gods: Poems for the End of the World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Laughing Gods: Poems for the End of the World\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis a dark, \u003cstrong\u003esurrealist collection of poetry\u003c\/strong\u003e that explores love, loss, chaos, and the human condition through an apocalyptic lens. Taking place in a world where the\u003cstrong\u003e Gods watch and allow horrors to take place so long as it entertains them, \u003c\/strong\u003e the collection follows a society that may be extinct before they know it. Poems such as \"My Private Perfect Hell\", \"The TV in my mind\", and \"The Devil's Whispers\" explore existential crisis with passing moments of romance. Every poem feels as if the \"end\" of everything could come at any moment. The collection reminds us that even a world on the edge of collapse can dream and attempt finding meaning. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A note to the reader: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHumans may now own the Earth \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause they have beat the fates and odds \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut the only way they may keep this world \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIs if they continue to entertain the Laughing Gods . . .\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are a lover of \u003cstrong\u003epoetry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emythology \u003c\/strong\u003eor \u003cstrong\u003esci-fi \u003c\/strong\u003ethen this is a must-read book for you. With unsettling and \u003cstrong\u003ehaunting illustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e that aid vivid imagery, this collection is a fantastic addition to any reader's book shelf. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContent Warning: alcohol abuse, self harm and suicide, abuse, explicit language, and sexual content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSparks, Kurt:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Kurt H. Sparks is a passionate writer whose creative endeavors span across musicals, plays, films, and books. A lover of the arts from a young age, Kurt's work often explores deep, thought-provoking themes, blending humor, philosophy, and the surreal. With a special fondness for poetry, he is excited to present his latest dystopian poetry collection, \"The Laughing Gods: Poems for the End of the World.\" Coming from humble beginnings, Kurt's love for storytelling and the written word has been a driving force in his life, and he is thrilled to share his work with readers who appreciate the power of imagination and the raw beauty of language. He hopes his new collection resonates with those who are willing to laugh at the horror and cry at the observation of normality.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLondenberg, Claire M.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Claire Londenberg is a graphic designer at Merus Adventure Park and a student studying theatre management\/marketing at the University of Evansville. With a deep love for the arts, this is Claire's first venture into illustrating a book. She hopes her illustrations for The Laughing Gods: Poems for the End of the World help bring the poems to life in a way that enhances the reader's experience. When not immersed in design work or studies, Claire enjoys the company of her adorable Yorkie, Roux. She's excited to share this creative journey and hopes readers enjoy the visual and poetic experience she's helped bring together.","brand":"Kurt H. Sparks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51325094265106,"sku":"9798218614287","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_911fe26c-e09b-41b8-ba7c-53e650e6f886.jpg?v=1748713923","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-laughing-gods-poems-for-the-end-of-the-world-9798218614287","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}