Essayias Lesanu Bezabeh is an Ethiopian-born author and poet who has written extensively in Amharic, often focusing on themes of identity, healing, and the experiences of the Ethiopian diaspora. After living in exile for 30 years, his travel memoir Selasa Besost explores his return to Ethiopia and the emotional landscape of reconnecting with his motherland.
His notable works include:
- Kenahu Bechereka and Senbet Weg: A third full-length poetry collection described as a celebration of compassion and hope.
- Selasa Besost (Memoire of an Immigrant Traveler): A reflective travelogue chronicling his journey from Washington, D.C., to Addis Ababa and Axum.
- Kedami Kal (First Word): A collection of penetrating essays and stories intended to provide spiritual strength and hope.
- Yewanka Guzo: A biographical work detailing the life and journey of his father, Lesanu Bezabeh
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