Armenian Author's Poetry Collection Explores Nature and Imperfection
“The Blooms That Fall” on beauty and imperfection through nature’s seasons
Angelina Der Arakelian–Dennington's newly published poetry collection "The Blooms That Fall," illustrated by Art Deno, uses seasonal imagery to examine human experience and impermanence. The book is organized into four sections corresponding to the seasons, drawing on philosophical traditions from Emerson, Thoreau, Jung and Rumi.
Der Arakelian–Dennington frames vulnerability as a virtue rather than weakness—a perspective that contrasts with traditional Armenian cultural values. The collection presents nature as a mirror for the self, with each season offering distinct emotional and spiritual landscapes.
The award-winning author and screenwriter, who lives in Cyprus, is currently having the work translated into Armenian by Christine Chilingaryan. She is also planning an exhibition combining the poetry with accompanying visual art. Der Arakelian–Dennington has previously published poetry collections "When Moonlight Falls" and "A Glimpse of Eternity," as well as the historical fantasy novel "A Week in Berlin."
