Moss, Stanley

Almost Complete Poems

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ISBN 13:: 9781784103163
author:: Moss, Stanley
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Carcanet Press Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 544
Genre:: Poetry, General,
Condition:: New
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Stanley Moss's poetry is a dynamic and expressive exploration of life, love, nature, war, oppression, and the human experience. His unique voice echoes the diverse traditions of mythology, ritual, and faith, as he writes with awe and familiarity about the God of the Jews, Christians, and Muslims. In his poems, Moss moves between exultation, appreciation, reconciliation, and extreme tenderness, creating a sense of open-air thinking that is both accessible and erudite. This allows him to explore complex themes without centering himself in them, resulting in a beautiful and compelling work that resists the impulse for self-indulgence. Moss's poetry is characterized by its sacred sensuality and earthy holiness, offering a profound and deeply human perspective on the world.

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