Ledi

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Exploring themes of loss and memory, this book-length poem intertwines the archaeological excavation of an Iron Age woman, Ledi, with the emotional journey of the narrator coping with a former lover's suicide. Through a blend of journal entries, lyric poetry, and inventories, the narrative reflects on the discovery of Ledi's intricately adorned grave and the artifacts found alongside her, while the narrator simultaneously reconstructs her past relationship. The poem serves as a poignant meditation on grief and the connections between past and present.