by Adrian Gabriel Dumitru
In his latest collection, Being Phlegmed Seen as… Normality: Essays About Duality, Romanian author Adrian Gabriel Dumitru delves into the complexities of human relationships, particularly the intricate dynamics between men and women. Through a candid and often provocative lens, Dumitru explores themes of love, identity, and the illusions we construct around them.
A Glimpse into the Book
The collection begins with a metaphorical expression:
“I’ve begun to write about the concept duality man-woman … starting from the metaphorical expression ‘Being phlegmed seen as … normality’.”
“Trying to understand … the woman. In fact … women, but pretending … I am speaking just about … one.”
“Realistically … somehow understanding … it’s nothing to understand. Cause all … it’s a crap.”
“A weird illogical cocktail of good and bad energies.”
“Taking everything as real … even it’s always been … illusory.”
“So, so damn … illusory.”
“And being on the stage … claiming I am an author … in front of a public … that I never interact with … I simply conclude that I have no conclusion … but if I would try to come one with one … I could only say that women adore … the mud.”
“And … all the dirty energies a human being can experience.”
“There is nothing to do against this tendency. Nothing to fix. Duality itself … is the illusion. The spell. The curse.”
“Unfortunately … many, many times … seeing at me … that not even being phlegmed … I can’t stop myself staying away of … women.”
“Good … or bad … the show always goes on … and I’m trapped into a prison with invisible walls … calling it love story, or even the love story of my life … even if in reality … it’s a real nightmare.”
“A hell. A non-ending torture. Experiencing the humiliation in continuous form … but stupidly accepting all as … normality.”
These raw reflections set the tone for a series of essays that challenge conventional perceptions of love and relationships.
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Themes Explored
• Duality in Relationships: Dumitru examines the contrasting forces at play in human connections, particularly the tension between attraction and repulsion.
• Illusion vs. Reality: The author delves into how individuals often perceive relationships through a distorted lens, accepting illusions as reality.
• Self-Reflection and Identity: Through his introspective essays, Dumitru encourages readers to question their own beliefs and perceptions about love and identity.
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Why Read This Book?
Being Phlegmed Seen as… Normality offers a unique perspective on the complexities of modern relationships. Dumitru’s candid writing style and willingness to confront uncomfortable truths make this collection a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the deeper aspects of human connections.
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Availability
The book is available in multiple formats:
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• Amazon Kindle: Available on Amazon
• Apple Books: Read on Apple Books
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For those seeking an unfiltered exploration of love, identity, and the illusions that shape our relationships, Adrian Gabriel Dumitru’s Being Phlegmed Seen as… Normality is a thought-provoking addition to contemporary literature.
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