Mysticism without Borders: A Comparative Study of Contemporary Mystical Symbolism in António Ramos Rosa’s O Aprendiz Secreto and the Poetry of Clara Janés

The purpose of this essay is to draw out whatever mystical process and symbolism may be occurring in António Ramos Rosa’s O Aprendiz Secreto and compare them to that already found in Clara Janés’ poetry. I also discuss briefly the postmodern, anti-hegemonic tendencies found in Janés’ poetry which may even find a shred or two of commonality with the ontological struggle and polissemy for which Rosa’s work is known.