Based on the information available, "Dark Mofo 2018" by Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) explores several themes and topics that could help you draw connections to other books in a library. These include:
* **Art and Culture:** Dark Mofo is an arts and culture festival featuring various musical acts and art installations 【1】. The festival aligns with MONA's commitment to quality art 【2】.
* **Darkness and the Occult:** As a winter festival, Dark Mofo embraces gothic themes of darkness and the occult, echoing pagan festivals like Yule 【3】. It celebrates the darkness of the southern winter solstice 【1】.
* **Death and the Supernatural:** The festival is steeped in themes that celebrate the darker side of lifestyles, including death, the supernatural, and the mysterious 【4】. Sex, violence, life, and death are guiding themes 【5】.
* **Incarceration and Isolation:** The theme of incarceration was prominent in the 2018 festival, raising questions about isolation and oppression 【6】【7】.
* **Time:** "Time" emerged as a sub-theme in 2018 【8】.
* **Controversy and Provocation:** Dark Mofo is known for being experimental and controversial 【9】. It often incorporates surreal and haunting visuals that provoke thought 【4】. Inverted crosses displayed at the festival have sparked controversy and offended some Christians 【10】.
