In a cozy ceremony on Danforth Ave, Toronto, the literary community came together to celebrate the launch of a collection of poems by author Tamee Hagos. The event, organized by Mismak Taeme, the daughter of the author, took place at the Lavegan Ethiopian/Eritrean Restaurant, providing an intimate and culturally infused setting for the book launch.
Tamee Hagos, born in the historic Northern Ethiopian town of Adwa Tigray, shared a glimpse into his life through a video screened during the ceremony. In the interview featured in the video, Hagos said that the socio-political circumstances surrounding him served as inspirations for his poetry. His words in the video were reflective and articulate offering a critical commentary on the social and political landscape of his homeland.
The poems presented in his book offers a unique perspective on historical events and contemporary challenges. The puns and wit embedded in Hagos’s verses are sharp and rich with historical facts.
Mismak Taeme, a resident of Toronto and an ardent reader herself, took the initiative to organize the event to honor her father’s literary contributions. She expressed her gratitude to everyone who attended the launch, emphasizing the importance of preserving and promoting Ethiopian literature in the global literary landscape.
Mismak told ethiofidel.com that copies of Tamee Hagos’s book, filled with poems and insightful reflections, can be purchased at Mail Plus Printing located at 934 Danforth Ave. Alternatively, they can reach out to her at 647-907-6272 for direct inquiries and orders.
