EOTU Ezine of Fiction Art and Poetry

The Eccentric World of Arthur Davis Broughton's Art

The captivating artwork of Arthur Davis Broughton has always been a staple in the innovative world of EOTU Ezine. His brush strokes tell stories that are as evocative as they are visually striking, melding the boundaries between the seen and the unseen.

Morons in Bliss: The Tale of Ira Yakub Rabbinowitz by Joan Brown

On the surface, Ira Yakub Rabbinowitz could have been mistaken for a sage with his scholarly name, yet nothing could be further from the truth. Unholy, as some would describe, Ira's journey weaves through the highs of the rock and roll era and into the depths of personal desolation.

A Star among Stars

The images of Ira in his prime alongside the rock and roll elite painted a picture of success. A man with influence, he navigated the music industry with charisma. But darkness lurked beneath as his life began to unravel, leading to painful ends and unexpected relocations.

From Wealth to Ashes

Despite a spiraling downfall that stripped him of career, family, and wealth, Ira’s tale is a stark reminder of the impermanence of material possessions. A catastrophic fire left him with nothing but his instrument and the company of Isabelle, leading him on a unique path of rebirth.

A Sanctuary in San Francisco

Sol's acquaintance with Ira in Denver bloomed into a bond that brought them together years later in San Francisco, where Ira's existence had taken a drastically different turn. Their reunion, in a studio apartment riddled with music industry relics, became the backdrop for an exploration into the complexities of friendship and the remnants of Ira's former life.

Encounters with Eccentrics

The trio’s adventures led them to interact with intriguing San Francisco characters, from the blunt server Angel to the prophetic Madam Lucia. Each personality added depth to the narrative, showing that life’s richness often lies in its most unexpected encounters.

A Bittersweet Farewell

In a poignant twist of fate, a final hug and a hurried goodbye precluded Sol's departure and Ira's untimely death. The story of Ira Yakub Rabbinowitz, a man once revered in the opulent world of the music industry, thus comes to a close, leaving those who knew him to ponder the ephemeral nature of happiness and legacy.

Contributors and Contents

The hearts and minds behind the works in EOTU Ezine span a vast array of experiences and origins. This issue's contributors bring their unique interpretations of life, loss, and the sometimes ridiculous nature of the human condition to readers thirsty for authenticity in art and text.

The Intertwining of Travels and Life's Journey

Travels bind our stories together, from glitzy hotels to the unassuming pathways trodden by the oddities of life. Ira's story, peppered with accounts of stays in various accommodations, echoes this sentiment, reminding us of the ever-presence of travel in the macrocosm of our lives and the tales we tell.