Prior to her stunning first novel, Fugitive Pieces, Anne Michaels had already won awards and critical acclaim for two books of poetry: Th...
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Oct 25, 2010
Jeanette
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There are three books in one here, with about 7-8 years between each, so quality and topics vary greatly. On top of that, I think I'm out of practice in my "poetry appreciation" skills. I will say without reservation that I much prefer the beautiful writing in her novel, Fugitive Pieces. The imagery and meaning is much more accessible there than in her poetry.
With this book I found that I enjoyed small portions of many poems rather than whole poems. There were three tha More...
With this book I found that I enjoyed small portions of many poems rather than whole poems. There were three tha More...
Apr 17, 2010
Sue
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I wanted to love this book but couldn't. Her poems are told in historic voices of famous artists, authors, poets, scientists etc. Interesting stories & information, but hard to enjoy as poetry.
Apr 26, 2011
Katie
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I think that this one will stay on my currently-reading shelf for a while. It travels in my bag with me and comes out in crowded trains.
May 30, 2011
Andrea
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As always Anne Michaels moves me to contemplate the universe! She presents life in a wonderous way. It's not a wonder that she has won prizes both for her poetry and her fiction!
May 25, 2008
meg
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Up there on the list of my favorite books of all time. I could devour the images and feelings invoked. Utterly conceptual and delicious.
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