Artsakh

submission #ArtsakhPoemsOnHPem | 'The exiled crane' (Artsakh trilogy, #3) by Harasharzh Generations of Armenians have been haunted by the crane, one of the most potent and emotive symbols ingrained in the Armenian psyche. Ever since Komitas Vardapet addressed the bird in his soulful song of a wanderer, “Oh crane, don’t you have news from our homeland?” it has been associated with ill omen, leaving the question unanswered. In the final poem of the “Artsakh Trilogy” Harasharzh gives an ironic twist to the folk-based story of the past. Steeped in renaissance style and contemporary references, the poet’s words act like a mantra in these trying days.

feature 'Monopolia' by Ani Arzoumanian Nineteen-year-old pre-med student and volunteer firefighter Ani Arzoumanian's explores Armenian village life and the emotions associated with goodbyes in her h-pem exclusive entitled "Monopolia."