The Totem-Maker (part fifty-two)

Posted by ractrose on 28 Sep 2024 in Fiction, Novels

  The Totem-Maker Chapter Six A First Road (part fifty-two)                     I etched my wheel on the first tablet. I placed the tiles. The captain’s luck was doubtful, although— “You have a son?” I glanced at Jute, who stood below the steps, clutching the tapestry. “Bring […]

Repoussé (Three Actors)

Posted by ractrose on 28 Sep 2024 in Art, Poems

      Repoussé (Three Actors)   Heaven’s vengeance on marauding brigands Hammered in a wine cup Proof against the devil Yet the show doesn’t start Catching, it resets and strains of music introduce Three actors They take the stage and play their scene Speak their dialogue again And one Outwitted and a step behind […]