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Exploring themes of family, mythology, and cosmology, the collection delves into the intersection of human experience with the vastness of space and time. Alice Major employs both traditional and innovative poetic forms to illuminate the wonders of the universe, from galaxies to her own backyard. Readers will encounter an emotional depth that resonates with familiar motifs, while newcomers will discover rich, uncharted territories in her work. Major's background as a poet laureate and her accolades enhance the depth of her exploration in this thought-provoking collection.