Middle Distance
- 96 páginas
- 4 horas de lectura
A probing and commanding final volume from a master poet facing his own mortality.
La poesía de Stanley Plumly explora frecuentemente temas familiares, en particular la compleja relación con su padre, cuya vida y muerte dejaron una marca indeleble en su obra. Su madre aparece como testigo silenciosa de la autodestrucción de su marido. El estilo poético de Plumly se caracteriza por una profunda introspección y un examen de las relaciones humanas y la memoria. Su obra es reconocida por su sensibilidad y maestría literaria.


A probing and commanding final volume from a master poet facing his own mortality.
Facing a cancer diagnosis, Stanley Plumly reflects on his childhood and the relationships that shaped his life in his final collection. This work features innovative hybrid forms and insightful prose, marking a bold exploration of mortality. The poems convey a profound emotional depth, showcasing Plumly's fearless approach to the themes of life and death, ultimately creating a poignant culmination of his illustrious career.