The poetic art of Renzia D’Incà
With I am not my symptom, published in the Fuochi series by I Quaderni del Bardo Edizioni, Renzia D’Incà delves into the complex interplay between appearance and essence. The collection serves as a literary mirror, where each poem reflects contrasting emotions: pain, desire, joy, and doubt. Through her words, the author reveals the inevitable tension between reality and fiction, offering a profound analysis of the relationship between what seems and what truly is.
A layered and powerful language
D’Incà’s poetry is marked by a multi-faceted language: alongside the primary line of sentiment runs a parallel, unconscious level that challenges certainties. The metaphors and evocative imagery within the collection do not lead to definitive truths but open up endless possibilities of interpretation. This duality expresses the author’s desire to explore the invisible, always maintaining a vibrant tension towards discovery and change.
Universal themes between memory and present
The themes tackled by D’Incà range from personal introspection to global observations. Highlights include:
- old age and the uncertainty of birth;
- art as a potential way of life;
- the impact of Covid-19 on emotions and society;
- human contradictions, torn between hypocrisy and cruelty.
Memories hold a central place, depicted as fragments of a contradictory life. Nature and animals – cats, birds, cicadas – also serve as metaphors, reflecting a world that oscillates between poetry and inhumanity.
Life as theater: a journey between reality and representation
D’Incà invites us to view the world as a vast stage, filled with protagonists and extras. In this theatrical vision, life intertwines with pain, solitude, and the search for redemption. Cultural references – from Dante to De André, Schubert to Stendhal – shape a narrative that weaves between Eden and horror, between melancholy and the hope for a better future.
Final thoughts: a brave and uncompromising message
I am not my symptom stands out for its narrative boldness and ability to blend emotion with introspection. D’Incà’s words invite readers to face life’s complexities, abandoning certainty in favor of doubt and embracing the multiplicity of interpretations.
