My Mother Eats Me, by OranBarag

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This poem explores a surreal and haunting encounter with a monstrous figure, the Mangvs, which the speaker ultimately recognizes as their mother. Set on the vast Mongolian prairie, the narrative follows the speaker as they trace a bloodstained path leading to this grotesque transformation. The poem delves into themes of identity, familial ties, and destruction, with the mother's monstrous form symbolizing the clash between cultural heritage and personal identity. The speaker's gradual consumption reflects emotional and physical disintegration, highlighting the deep, tragic connection between tradition and personal trauma.