Talking to the Dead

The collection showcases Rachel Hadas's exceptional ability to blend personal reflections with literary critique, seamlessly navigating themes from daily life to ancient history. Her writing reflects a profound engagement with emotions, capturing the spectrum from heartbreak to wonder. With a focus on grief and the potential for consolation, Hadas's prose resonates with a poetic sensibility and a compassionate awareness of human experiences, making this work both deeply moving and intellectually stimulating.