Ossuaries

Dionne Brand's long poem "Ossuaries" explores themes of fading cultures and ideas through the story of Yasmine, a woman living an underground, clandestine life across borders and eras. As she navigates a world of ongoing crises with a cold-eyed perspective, the work reflects on contemporary issues with deep engagement and sensuality. Recognized as a masterful poet, Brand offers a powerful meditation on memory, history, and the human condition.