Libation (e-bog) af Livings, Earl
Livings, Earl (forfatter)

Libation e-bog

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If there is one word that unites this collection, it is longing which edges into poems that reconcile science and spiritual paganism, reassess the isolation of childhood and even those that celebrate the natural world. This yearning for a bone-deep knowing is perfectly suited to Livings's measured lyricism which, while rooted in tradition, can, with equal ease, branch into a more playful mode ...
E-bog 34,20 DKK
Forfattere Livings, Earl (forfatter)
Udgivet 22 september 2018
Længde 82 sider
Genrer Poetry by individual poets
Sprog English
Format epub
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9781760416164
If there is one word that unites this collection, it is longing which edges into poems that reconcile science and spiritual paganism, reassess the isolation of childhood and even those that celebrate the natural world. This yearning for a bone-deep knowing is perfectly suited to Livings's measured lyricism which, while rooted in tradition, can, with equal ease, branch into a more playful mode informed, always, with the twin preoccupations of science and history. Catherine BatesonThe context for the human journey, Libation seems to say, is the widest one possible: that of deep space and time On the way, the poet pays respect to the earth's traditional cultures, rites and rituals, rediscovered and affirmed in a direct, experiential and often visceral way, and within specific languages On a more personal level, several poems confront then stare down death and tragedy, aided by a vital wisdom: namely, the will to life found in all living things, including the many interesting creatures with which we share our lives and little planet John Jenkins