Peggy O'Brien Boeken

'Tongues' is a radical retelling of the twelfth century legend of Heloise and Abelard, she the rapt acolyte, he the brilliant logician and exegetical acrobat at the Cathedral School of Notre Dame de Paris.

The author, Peggy O'Brien, shares her experiences growing up in western Massachusetts, where she currently resides with her husband. In addition to her personal narrative, she imparts her knowledge as a teacher at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, enriching the educational landscape of her community.

Exploring the complexities of love, O'Brien's second poetry collection delves into the emotional nuances and shadows that accompany various relationships. Through evocative language and imagery, she examines the multifaceted nature of love, revealing both its beauty and its darker aspects.