Title: When I Speak of Home

Authors: Davidson L. Banquil, Francheska Barairo, A.V. Blurete, Raquel G. Castillo, Cates Cordero, Carlo Guevarra, Chay Mendioro, Dolly L. Mendoza, Kristal Gane Mendoza, Wiz Morrison, Pauline Navarro, T. L., Terence Talagon, Katie Velez

ISBN: 978-621-8357-14-3

Year Published: 2023

Publisher: LitArt Publishing

Description:

Home, in any language, means something different to everyone. The word can evoke feelings of nostalgia or bitter memories. It may be a place we fled from or the refuge we return to. Regardless of its meaning, the place we call home plays a significant role in shaping who we are, what we have become, and where we are headed.

WHEN I SPEAK OF HOME is a collection of 14 poems written in 8 regional languages of the Philippines, each with English translations. The poets explore their individual interpretations of home through vivid and lyrical rhymes, invoking emotions and reminiscing about memories that the word evokes. Through their words, they paint a picture of what home means to them. The poems offer reflections on our lives and encourage us to look back as we move forward.