Poet and visual artist Anthony Mondal has unveiled his second poetry anthology, A Burst of Sunshine — a heartfelt dedication to the memory of his late parents and an offering of solace for anyone seeking warmth, healing, and clarity through language.
“Let light prevail and darkness be gone.” These words form the emotional core of A Burst of Sunshine, a body of work steeped in sorrow, gratitude, remembrance, and optimism. With raw sincerity, Mondal reflects on the passing of his father and mother, likening their cherished memories to scattered petals, gently blessing him from afar. Each poem stands as a quiet celebration of love that transcends death, offering readers a compassionate glimpse into grace, even in grief.
In the book’s introduction, Mondal describes the quiet moment of inspiration that sparked the work: a morning when warm rays of sunshine fell across his writing desk, lighting his face, arms, heart and soul. That burst of sunlight became a vivid symbol of life’s unexpected beauty, awakening him from tiredness and sorrow. Through these poems, he hopes to share that same transformative light with readers, offering them a moment of calm, reflection and renewed hope.
A Burst of Sunshine is not only a personal tribute but also a dedication to humanity itself. Mondal addresses all sensitive, kind and intelligent people — women, men, boys and girls from every walk of life — recognising in them the dreams and hopes for a better tomorrow. The collection invites readers to embrace empathy, understanding and the quiet strength found in shared human experience.
Written in clear, heartfelt language, the poems balance intimacy with universality. They encourage readers to pause, remember those they have loved and lost, and find light even in the darkest corners. Each piece is designed to resonate with anyone who values the power of poetry to comfort, heal and reveal enduring truths about love and memory.
Mondal’s voice is both deeply personal and warmly inclusive. His reflections on grief and remembrance are offered with the hope that readers will find their own moments of light and peace within these pages. A Burst of Sunshine stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of memory to shape our lives with kindness and grace.
A Burst of Sunshine is available now. Readers can purchase their copy directly at https://amzn.eu/d/00Kw2iJ
