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Donika Kelly's fierce debut collection, longlisted for the 2016 National Book Award and winner of the 2015 Cave Canem Poetry PrizeI thought myself lion and serpent. Thoughtmyself body enough for two, for we.Found comfort in never being lonely.What burst from my back, from my bones, what livedalong the ridge from crown to crown, from maneto forked tongue beneath the skin. What clamorwe made in the birthing. What hiss and rumbleat the splitting, at the horns and beard,at the glottal bleat. What bridges our back.What strong neck, what bright eye. What menagerieare we. What we've made of ourselves.from 'Love Poem: Chimera'Across this remarkable first book are encounters with animals, legendary beasts, and mythological monstershalf human and half something else. Donika Kelly's Bestiary is a catalogue of creaturesfrom the whale and ostrich to the pegasus and chimera to the centaur and griffin. Among them too are poems of love, selfdiscovery, and travel, from 'Out West' to 'Back East.' Lurking in the middle of this powerful and multifaceted collection is a wrenching sequence that wonders just who or what is the real monster inside this life of survival and reflection. Selected and with an introduction by the National Book Award winner Nikky Finney, Bestiary questions what makes us human, what makes us whole.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' explores themes of identity, humanity, and the intersection of the human experience with mythological and legendary creatures. The collection reflects on self-discovery and the nature of monsters within ourselves.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: The author of 'Bestiary: Poems' is Donika Kelly, a poet recognized for her impactful debut collection.
- Q: When was 'Bestiary: Poems' published? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' was published on October 11, 2016.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Bestiary: Poems' have? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' is available in paperback binding, making it suitable for both reading and display.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' contains a total of 80 pages.
- Q: Is 'Bestiary: Poems' suitable for gift giving? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' is an excellent gift for poetry lovers and those interested in themes of mythology and self-exploration.
- Q: What awards or recognitions has 'Bestiary: Poems' received? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' was longlisted for the 2016 National Book Award and won the 2015 Cave Canem Poetry Prize.
- Q: What can readers expect from the poetry style in 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: Readers can expect a diverse range of styles, with poems that engage deeply with imagery and complex themes surrounding animals and mythical beings.
- Q: Who selected and wrote the introduction for 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: The collection was selected and features an introduction by Nikky Finney, who is a National Book Award winner.
- Q: What topics are covered in the poems of 'Bestiary: Poems'? A: 'Bestiary: Poems' covers a variety of topics, including love, self-discovery, travel, and the exploration of mythical creatures and their symbolism.