Dorianne Laux's seventh collection celebrates the beauty and flaws of humanity and the planet. Through her vibrant and candid poetry, she expresses appreciation for life's complexities, emphasizing our shared experiences and the wisdom found in everyday moments. The collection serves as a heartfelt homage to both our world and our existence within it.
Dorianne Laux Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)
Dorianne Laux creëert poëzie die met diepe eerlijkheid de complexiteit van menselijke verbindingen en alledaagse ervaringen verkent. Haar stijl is zowel direct als lyrisch, en onderzoekt vaak thema's als liefde, verlies en de zoektocht naar betekenis in gewone momenten. Laux bezit een opmerkelijk vermogen om de kwetsbaarheid van het menselijk bestaan te vangen en tegelijkertijd kracht en schoonheid erin te vinden. Haar verzen resoneren diep bij lezers vanwege hun authenticiteit en emotionele diepgang.
Only As the Day Is Long
- 128bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
A collection of new and selected works from a prize-winning poet known to bear compassionate and ruthless witness to the quotidian.
The Poet's Companion: A Guide to the Pleasures of Writing Poetry
- 284bladzijden
- 10 uur lezen
From the nuts and bolts of craft to the sources of inspiration, this book is for anyone who wants to write poetry-and do it well. The Poet's Companion presents brief essays on the elements of poetry, technique, and suggested subjects for writing, each followed by distinctive writing exercises. The ups and downs of writing life―including self-doubt and writer's block―are here, along with tips about getting published and writing in the electronic age. On your own, this book can be your "teacher," while groups, in or out of the classroom, can profit from sharing weekly assignments.