A Dance with Hermes

Exploring the duality of Hermes, the messenger god, this verse sequence blends humor with ancient wisdom. Award-winning novelist Lindsay Clarke reinterprets classical myths, highlighting Hermes as a symbol of imagination, language, and the complexities of modern life. The work delves into themes of alchemy, the afterlife, and contemporary anxieties, presenting Hermes as a provocative figure relevant to today’s concerns, from technology to existential questions. This engaging portrayal invites readers to reflect on the poetic nature of the mind and the human experience.