The Third Paradise

Yuriy Izdryk's collection is an attempt at poetic shamanism, a search for earthly paradise. It has become a kind of testimony of the time, filled with hope and the search for light in the darkness. The author departs from traditional poetic forms and creates a unique world where reality intertwines with fantasy, and words take on new meanings. The poems are imbued with the spirit of the times, conveying feelings of anxiety, hope, and the search for meaning. The publication is illustrated with a series of matchboxes painted by Izdryk during the 2022 blackouts, adding a special atmosphere and depth to it.