In Thanatos on a Southland Freeway the reader senses a range of dark, brooding cloud poems on the horizon, and as the wind blows each moves overhead and deposits its contents on the reader below. A sense of interesting dread and a mysterious forest of words attempt to lure the reader in, and keeps him there trapped.
When the engine of a 737 tears itself apart at Los Angeles Airport, Tom Patrick is in the wrong place at the wrong time – playing poker at a nearby casino. He’s been losing at cards and probing pipeline leaks ever since his big mouth led to his fall from grace as the National Transportation Safety Board’s top air-crash investigator.
Featuring a collection of poignant and evocative poetry, this work showcases the unique voice of Jack G Bowman, capturing the essence of dark Los Angeles. Through vivid imagery and emotional depth, Bowman explores themes of urban life, isolation, and the human condition, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the shadows of the city. His selected works reflect a blend of raw honesty and artistry, making this collection a compelling read for fans of contemporary poetry.
The poetry collection immerses readers in a vivid journey through Los Angeles, juxtaposing everyday life with surreal imagery. It captures the contrast between vibrant cultural elements, like Hawaiian shirts and jukebox tunes, and the deeper emotional struggles of faceless commuters. Amidst this urban landscape, a child silently connects with nature, echoing the enchanting songs of dragonflies. The exploration of themes such as isolation and the search for meaning unfolds against a backdrop of both familiar and extraordinary settings.
Als auf dem Flughafen von L. A. das Triebwerk einer Boeing 737 auseinanderbricht und Menschen zerstückelt, bittet man Agent Tom Patrick um Hilfe. Obwohl der wegen seiner großen Klappe vom Dienst suspendiert wurde, gilt er in seiner Behörde immer noch als der Experte für Flugzeugabstürze. Toms Neugier ist geweckt. Dann explodiert eine weitere Boeing 737. Hunderte Menschen sterben. Als Tom herausfindet, dass die Flugzeuge manipuliert wurden, beginnt ein rasanter Wettlauf gegen die Zeit und skrupellose Killer …