Through poetry and illustration, Disembarked gives voice to animals that have disappeared or are at risk of extinction, inviting readers to reflect on humanity’s relationship with the natural world. Eleven poems, framed by opening and closing pieces that evoke an ancestral and collective voice, pay tribute to species whose stories are intertwined with the history of life on Earth. Rather than focusing solely on loss, the book encourages awareness, responsibility, and hope in the face of today’s environmental challenges.

Written by poet and translator Guilherme Gontijo Flores and illustrated by award-winning artist Daniel Kondo, the book stands out for its sophisticated integration of poetry, visual narrative, and graphic design. Each poem adopts a distinct structure and rhythm, while the illustrations expand and transform the reading experience. Page layouts actively contribute to meaning, turning the book itself into a visual and sensory journey. In some spreads, text and image interact to simulate movement, while others use visual metaphors and synecdoche to represent species through a single striking detail.

Extending beyond the printed page, the poems have been set to music by singer and composer Carol Naine and can be accessed through QR codes included in the book. The result is a multilayered work that brings together literature, visual arts, and music, offering readers a powerful reflection on biodiversity, memory, and the urgent need to preserve the many forms of life that share our planet.