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Long-listed for the National Book Award in poetry, this vibrant collection showcases the talent of a rising star in the poetry world. In this piercing and revelatory work, Rowan Ricardo Phillips explores profound questions about existence and the beyond. His journey takes readers from humor to heartbreak, traversing locations and literary references, including Dante's Paradise and Homer's Iliad. Phillips reflects on a range of experiences—from feverish boyhood to the contemplation of art and nature—while maintaining an intoxicating language filled with play, pathos, and surprise. He acknowledges the uncertainty of truth, suggesting that understanding requires a willingness to engage with it directly. Phillips, a recipient of prestigious awards, masterfully combines beauty and truth, creating a space where they intertwine and diverge. The result is a collection that resonates deeply, leaving a lasting impression on readers long after they finish.