Trafika Europe 13 - Russian Ballet

Poems 4

The market – it is said – is jealousy for gain, But – it is not forgotten – knowledge (and tall tales?) and merchandize Moved the ship masters (But also slaves?), And small-time peddlers, but – recall that – the terrifying futures (Any deal,

Is it not within the same walls that the trade In oxen, sheep, and pigeons takes place?)

Preceded the construction of the Hagia Sophia basilica, Whilst still unfestooned with the columns of minarets.

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