{"product_id":"the-zemis-shane-jitta-9798266938793","title":"The Zemis: The Poetic Retelling Of An Old Folktale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Zemis: An Epic Caribbean Folklore Poem Inspired by Taino Mythology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Zemis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is a full-length epic poem rooted in Caribbean folklore and inspired by Taino mythology. It tells the story of the Ahuak tribe, guided by their god, the Golden Kiskadee, as they face an ancient force that threatens their land and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold entirely in verse, the poem explores themes of faith, betrayal, spiritual warfare, cultural memory, and redemption. Drawing from indigenous Caribbean cosmology and oral storytelling traditions, it reimagines ancestral myth through vivid imagery and rhythmic language while remaining accessible to modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for readers who enjoy: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEpic poetry\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFolklore retellings\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMythology-inspired storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaribbean literature\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndigenous history and cultural themes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRather than revisiting familiar Western mythologies, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Zemis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e offers a narrative grounded in Caribbean identity and spiritual tradition. It brings attention to indigenous voices and stories that are often overlooked in mainstream mythological fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book was awarded \u003cb\u003e3rd Place in the Caribbean Magazine Plus 2023 Poetry Contest\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCritical responses include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"This beautifully crafted book reimagines the ancient Taino legend of the Zemis... a literary and cultural offering, ideal for classrooms, libraries, and lovers of oral tradition.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e - Caribbean Authors Blog\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"You did a phenomenal job... It's the type of poem that people in the Caribbean need to read... it would whet the appetite for people to dig more into their past.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e - Mr. Malachi Smith, Caribbean Magazine Plus 2023 Poetry Contest Judge\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a mythology-based epic poem rooted in Caribbean folklore and indigenous tradition, \u003ci\u003eThe Zemis\u003c\/i\u003e offers a distinctive and culturally grounded reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Shane Jitta\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798266938793\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/03\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 52\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.16lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.11d","brand":"Shane Jitta","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48450350153983,"sku":"9798266938793","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_7b901333-1837-42c1-8dcc-54c37f489f25.jpg?v=1777267283","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-zemis-shane-jitta-9798266938793","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}