Volume 23 Issue 1

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Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, titled "Make It New Again", is a standout publication from Spring 2008 (Print: Volume 26, Issue 2; Archived as Volume 23, Issue 1). Unlike most issues of Nebo, this edition carries a thematic title, inspired by Ezra Pound's modernist philosophy of literary renewal. This special focus is evident throughout the selected works, which explore transformation, identity, and the progression of literary movements.

A defining feature of this issue is the preface by editor M.A. Moreno, which introduces the concept of literary millennialism—a proposed movement emerging from the editorial staff's vision for a new literary era. This movement, they argue, seeks to move beyond postmodernism, advocating for rational idealism and meaningful artistic innovation.

The fiction and poetry selections echo this theme of renewal and artistic reinvention. Highlights include "Bad Myths" by John Michael Cummings, which explores self-discovery and emotional upheaval, and "Tsunami in the Sky" by Lanner Tremont, a gripping examination of fear, transformation, and the uncontrollable forces of nature. The book review by M.A. Moreno further solidifies the issue’s focus on literary evolution and the power of storytelling to shape cultural change.

With a striking cover by Benjamin Johnson, this issue represents a bold moment in Nebo’s history, pushing boundaries and challenging its readers to reconsider the future of literature and artistic expression.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 23 Issue 1," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 23: Iss. 1, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol23/iss1/1