Getxo and Other Poems - Couverture souple

Getxo and Other Poems is the fifth poetry collection of prize-winning poet Gilbert Luis R. Centina III. Critics have described his poetry as lyrical, modern poetry at its best and deeply rooted in religious history,, mythology and mysticism. He continues that trajectory with the flash pieces contained in this collection, which he has masterfully crafted “with the strength and magnitude of prayer” that is palpable through the pages not only of this volume but of all his works.

Gilbert Luis R. Centina III is the author of four previous poetry collections and two novels. He holds a Master of Arts degree in Comparative Literature. As an Augustinian priest, he served as a missionary in Peru. Throughout his religious career, he also worked as a professorial lecturer, school chaplain, editor and columnist, pastor of a Manhattan parish church and spiritual adviser. He lives in Spain.