Zero the Clown and a Lovely Garden of Flowering Weeds

by Michael D. Dolce

Zero the Clown and a Lovely Garden of Flowering Weeds is a lovingly crafted compilation of concept poetry, built around three essential themes; poetry for loved ones, Sonnets to Horus and a one-act play called Zero the Clown. incorporating poetry, the play is a heart-wrenching journey of resurrection from the grave of societal deceits. For fans of thematic works, Zero the Clown and a Lovely Garden of Flowering Weeds is sure to be a pleasure. For lovers of classic as well as free form verse, Zero the Clown and a Lovely Garden of Flowering Weeds will prove equally satisfying. The work shakes its fist at civilization and kisses you on the cheek all at once. It dances to the music of love and friendship, it practices ceremonial magic in the temple of your mind, and it brazenly dares you to unlearn nearly everything you think you know.

196 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 17, 2013

About the author

I am a poet, humorist, writer, orator, and retired educator. I began my study of the arts long before my formal education, supplementing a bachelor's degree from Eastern New Mexico University and private training with practice along the way, writing my first poem at the age of ten. I have written screenplays for 48 Hour Film Festivals, received the honor of best screenplay for "All the Right Tools," and published my poetry in various venues. Many of my plays have been staged, and I have acted on stage and in film for 39 years. However, these accolades don't bring me the pride that wells up when I thing of my accomplishments in teaching and education, a craft I cultivated for over 22 years and from which I am now moved on. Look for me in the mountains hiking, in an ocean diving, on a road traveling, or delighting in life at home with my lovely wife beside me. It's truly a beautiful life.