Fuel (American Poets Continuum)
by Naomi Shihab Nye
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Read in July, 2008
I just went to the Sigma Tau Delta Literature Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, and she signed a copy of this book for me. Just because I thought it would be cool, I had her sign a specific poem for me, instead of just the title page. It was "The Eye Test," pretty cool poem too. I really admire Naomi Nye's work, I think she's written some really original and amazing works. When I heard her speak, she's a really warm, energetic person. When somebody asked her what she wants to be reme...more
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Read in December, 2007
recommends it for:
the whole world
Naomi Shihab Nye has such an expansive spirit and her poems, when she is at her best, take such dazzling turns that they make you want to tear open your little dried up walnut of a soul and embrace the world with love and forgiveness.
When she does not reach these heights -- and who could do that all the time, she is prolific -- her poems can seem a little diffuse and wandering.
Or maybe some days I'm too much of a Scrooge to be touched.
Always clear, inviting, inclusive.
She is a di...more
When she does not reach these heights -- and who could do that all the time, she is prolific -- her poems can seem a little diffuse and wandering.
Or maybe some days I'm too much of a Scrooge to be touched.
Always clear, inviting, inclusive.
She is a di...more
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Read in July, 2007
I love this poet's language, rhythm, and control. Every one I've read so far has brought a smile to my face or caught me slightly off in a "what a clever thought" moment. I especially enjoy her poems that include her son and capture the unbelievable innocence and creativity of youth. So unique.
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Read in April, 2007
There isn't really a general focus of these poems, but it did seem like many of them were about Nye's son. As always, she has written some amazing poems.
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Read in January, 2005
recommended to Stephanie by:
Abe Louise Youngrecommends it for: writers, poets, & Texans
From an international being who lives nearby,
comes a world class poet.
Can't wait to meet her when Seton Cove brings her
to Austin this fall.
comes a world class poet.
Can't wait to meet her when Seton Cove brings her
to Austin this fall.
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My first favorite poet. And that was before I found out she came from just the same stuff as I am made of.
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