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3.79 of 5 stars
A major new collection of poems about women's lives and the closing circle of nature, from a bestselling poet. These poems celebrate the beauties o... read full description

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Sep 22, 2008
Erica rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I am a big Marge Piercy fan. More her poetery than her novels, but... This book isn't necessarily my favorite, but I do like the way it is put together -- sectioned into colors. The poems in each section really do evoke a sense of the corresponding color, even when at first, you just aren't sure where she is heading.
Feb 04, 2008
Karen rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This book contains some of the most beautiful and meaningful poems I've ever read. The poem about Mars and Her Children is one of my most favorite poems.
Apr 06, 2008
Rich rated it: 1 of 5 stars
You cannot break prose into lines and call it "good poetry." This collection is proof of that.
Dec 16, 2009
Eric rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I kept this one entirely for a single poem, called "A Dirty poem". It's hot, trust me.
Jun 28, 2008
Amy rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I learned that I need to check in with my old self. I love this book.
Feb 01, 2012
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Sep 24, 2011
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Aug 25, 2011
Nessa rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Jul 10, 2011
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Magdelanye rated it: 4 of 5 stars
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Jan 02, 2011
Lauren rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Dec 01, 2010
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Nov 15, 2010
Michele rated it: 4 of 5 stars
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DuEwa rated it: 5 of 5 stars
May 20, 2010
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May 10, 2010
Susan marked it as to-read