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English translation of the title: A Kommos on Death
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The word 'kommos' in the title refers to a lyrical lament in Ancient Greek tragedies.
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English translation of first line: That evening I looked at myself in the stars
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A poem in 4 titled parts: 'Pożegnanie' (Farewell), 'pamięć' (memory), 'wołanie' (the call), and 'prośba' (plea).
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Author's note: z myślą o Ali i Tadeuszu [with Ala and Tadeusz in mind]
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