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The ‘Little Man’s’ Odyssey of Resilience and Growth

This introspective verse by Francesco delves into the soul’s journey, using the “little man” to symbolise self-discovery, resilience and growth, exclusively for Different Truths.

I could write
of my thoughts
dig into my body
everyday
the rough stone
smoothing
the roughness
impurities.
Inside
a long night
like a flower to be plucked
slips
on the walls of life
this little man
apprentice in the heart
warrior in blood.

Picture design by Anumita Roy

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Francesco Favetta
Francesco Favetta has penned more than 4000 poems. Born in Sicily, Italy, he loves poetry and culture. In 2018, he was awarded by the Academy of Sicily. His poems have been widely anthologised, nationally and internationally. He founded a theatre company and a Lion’s Club. He believes that poetry is the weapon with which humanity will make its life free.

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