Published on
Image description
​Stojanović’s collected poems, the first pentalogy he wrote between 1978 and 2000, represent a unique and intricate poetic universe, comprising five collections that capture his artistic evolution and distinctive vision. It begins with Circling: 1978-1987, published in 1993, where Stojanović embarks on an insightful exploration of thought and sensory experience, laying a foundation that connects his later works. This collection reflects the dynamics between movement and matter, establishing a thematic tone that resonates throughout his subsequent writings.

In 
The Sun Watches the Sun, released in 1999, Stojanović deepens this inquiry, inviting readers to contemplate the complex relationship between existence and perception. He reveals how light and observation shape our understanding through striking imagery and profound reflections, demonstrating his capacity to weave philosophical ideas into poetry seamlessly.

The year 2000 marks a significant moment with the publication of three collections: 
The Creator, The Sign and Its Children, and The Shape. In The Creator, he delves into the essence of genesis and existence, raising thought-provoking questions about the nature of creation. This collection exemplifies his ability to merge poetry with deep philosophical exploration. Meanwhile, The Sign and Its Children investigates the nuances of language and symbolism, showcasing Stojanović’s talent for creating layered meanings that resonate on multiple levels. Concluding the pentalogy is The Shape, which encapsulates Stojanović’s overarching themes by highlighting the infinite potential of form and motion within his poetic realm. In this final work, he adeptly illustrates how creation and its manifestations perpetually evolve, encouraging readers to embrace complexity and paradox.

These five collections illuminate Stojanović’s poetic journey, characterized by a harmonious interaction of philosophical thought and emotions enriched by poetry and life. His work invites profound reflection on the intricacies of existence, offering essential insights for any reader eager to explore the depths of humanity and the Cosmos. Stojanović’s poetry transcends conventional boundaries, providing a transformative lens that merges philosophical inquiry with vibrant expression. His writing vividly examines existence, encouraging readers to witness the metamorphoses of thought through rich imagery and sensory experiences.

Central to Stojanović’s collections is a deep contemplation of chaos and Cosmos, guiding readers through a complex landscape where philosophical and poetic realms converge. In pieces like “Pure Thought,” he skillfully navigates the terrain of thought amid various challenges, emerging with insights illuminating the intrinsic connection between being and awareness. Stojanović’s works resonate with philosophical traditions, particularly pre-Socratic thought, as they delve into the essence of matter and the Universe. His recurring motifs—atoms and silent melodies—forge a strong connection to foundational philosophical concepts, allowing readers to witness the seamless integration of nature and the human experience.
0 Comments

Dejan Stojanovic


Dejan Stojanović was born in Peć, Kosovo (the former Yugoslavia), in 1959. Although a lawyer by education, he has never practiced law and instead became a journalist, working as a foreign correspondent in the early nineties. He is a poet, essayist, philosopher, and businessman.

 

In 1986, as a young writer, he was recognized among 200 writers at the Bor (former Yugoslavia) Literary Festival. In addition to poetry and prose, he has worked as a journalist for the Serbian weekly magazine Pogledi (Views). His book of interviews from 1990 to 1992 in Europe and America, entitled Conversations, included interviews with several major American writers, including Nobel Laureate Saul Bellow, Charles Simic, and Steve Tesich. The book was awarded the Rastko Petrović Prize by the Serbian Heritage Foundation and the Association of Writers of Serbia for intellectual engagement.

 

He has published books of poems:

Circling (Krugovanje), Narodna knjiga – Alfa, Belgrade, three editions – 1993, 1998, and 2000.

The Sun Watches Itself (Sunce sebe gleda), NIP Književna reč, Belgrade, 1999.

The Sign and its Children (Znak i njegova deca), Prosveta, Belgrade, 2000.

The Creator (Tvoritelj), Narodna knjiga, Belgrade, 2000.

The Shape (Oblik), Gramatik, Podgorica, 2000.

The Dance of Time (Ples vremena), Konras, Belgrade, 2007.


Pentalogy: The World in Nowhereness (Svet u nigdini):

1. Ozar (Ozar), Udruženje književnika Srbije, Belgrade, 2017.

2. The World and God (Svet i Bog), Udruženje književnika Srbije, Belgrade, 2017.

3. The World in Nowhereness (Svet u nigdini), Udruženje književnika Srbije, 2017.

4. The World and Humans (Svet i ljudi), Udruženje književnika Srbije, Belgrade, 2017.

5. The Home of Light (Dom svetlosti). Udruženje književnika Srbije, Belgrade, 2017.


The Hidden Light (Skrivena svetlost), Čigoja, Belgrade, 2018.

Primordial Spark (Iskra iskona), Albatros plus, Belgrade, 2021.

Centuries and Steps (Vekovi i koraci), Albatros plus, Belgrade, 2023.

 

Essays:

Creator and Creating (Stvaralac i stvaranje), Albatros plus, Belgrade, 2021.

The New Man and the New World (Novočovek i novosvet), Rad, Belgrade, 2022.


Interviews:

Conversations (Razgovori), NIP Književna reč, Belgrade, 1999


Anthology: Selected Serbian Plays (Izabrane srpske drame), USA, 2016.


He lived in Chicago between 1990 and 2014 and is a Serbian and US citizen.