Volume 20 Issue 2

Authors

Abstract

This special edition of Nebo: A Literary Journal, titled "The Scent of Yellow", was originally written and signed by Nicholas B. Morris on April 14, 2005, before being published as a special edition in 2006. The issue is a deeply personal and experimental literary collection, blending fiction, poetry, and surrealist narrative techniques. Originally archived as Volume 20, Issue 2, this edition stands apart from traditional Nebo issues, showcasing a singular vision from a renowned Arkansas Tech University alum and past Nebo editor.

This collection is structured into two sections: "Mockingbird Tunes" and "Smelling Yellow", guiding readers through a series of abstract, introspective, and avant-garde pieces. Notable works include:

• "Daddy Dearest", a surreal, theatrical poem inspired by Lynch’s Eraserhead, exploring familial dysfunction and fractured identity.

• "Rhinoceros", an homage to Ionesco’s absurdist play, offering a biting critique on conformity and human nature.

• "Endgame", a poetic response to Beckett’s existential play, examining futility and stasis.

• "Paying for College", a powerful reflection on war, sacrifice, and the cost of education.

The blending of literary influences from playwrights like Ionesco, Beckett, and Jodorowsky reflects Morris’s postmodern sensibilities, making this issue a unique and essential contribution to Nebo’s history.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 20 Issue 2," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 21: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol21/iss2/1