Still Here: I Listen
The article reviews Carolina Pihelgas's poetry collection "Ikka veel," highlighting its critical themes of societal structures and domestic violence.
The article provides a review of Carolina Pihelgas's latest poetry collection, "Ikka veel" (Still Here), emphasizing her bold critique of patriarchal structures and capitalism. The author, recognized for her powerful speech upon receiving the Estonian Women's Literature Award, utilizes her platform to address the rarely discussed topic of domestic violence in Estonian literature, a theme central to her previous work, "Lõikejoon" (Cut Line).
In this new collection, Pihelgas maintains her signature poetic style but shifts towards a more direct and politically charged narrative, eschewing the metaphysical complexity found in her earlier poems. The language in "Ikka veel" resonates with urgency, reflecting on the challenges faced by individuals in a patriarchal society, and advocating for the voices that often remain unheard. The reviewer notes that this collection represents a significant step in Pihelgas’s literary journey, illustrating her evolution as a writer committed to social issues.
Ultimately, "Ikka veel" is presented not just as a work of art but as a call to action for readers to engage with the realities of repression and the necessity of speaking out. The article underscores Pihelgas's impact on the literary landscape in Estonia, as she navigates themes of empowerment and resilience through her poetry, paving the way for future discussions around critical societal issues.