Laux, Dorianne
Only As the Day Is Long: New and Selected Poems
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393358193
- author:
- Laux, Dorianne
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- WW Norton & Co
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 21.1 x 14 x 1.3 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Poetry,American, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Dorianne Laux's new and selected poems offer a compassionate and unflinching look at everyday life. This collection draws from her five previous volumes, showcasing her unique voice and style. Laux's poetry is marked by its precision and beauty, as well as its ability to explore complex themes such as survival, healing, love, and celebration. The book features twenty new odes that pay tribute to her mother, an ordinary yet extraordinary woman of the Depression era. Through her writing, Laux brings a sense of luminosity and universality to her work, making it relatable and appealing to readers.
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