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Now a Read With Jenna Book Club PickPulitzer Prizewinning poet Mary Oliver presents a personal selection of her best work in this definitive collection spanning more than five decades of her esteemed literary career.No matter where one starts reading, Devotions offers much to love, from Oliver's exuberant dog poems to selections from the Pulitzer Prizewinning American Primitive, and Dream Work, one of her exceptional collections. Perhaps more important, the luminous writing provides respite from our crazy world and demonstrates how mindfulness can define and transform a life, moment by moment, poem by poem. The Washington PostIts as if the poet herself has sidled beside the reader and pointed us to the poems she considers most worthy of deep consideration. Chicago TribuneThroughout her celebrated career, Mary Oliver has touched countless readers with her brilliantly crafted verse, expounding on her love for the physical world and the powerful bonds between all living things. Identified as 'far and away, this country's best selling poet' by Dwight Garner, she now returns with a stunning and definitive collection of her writing from the last fifty years.Carefully curated, these 200 plus poems feature Oliver's work from her very first book of poetry, No Voyage and Other Poems, published in 1963 at the age of 28, through her most recent collection, Felicity, published in 2015. This timeless volume, arranged by Oliver herself, showcases the beloved poet at her edifying best. Within these pages, she provides us with an extraordinary and invaluable collection of her passionate, perceptive, and muchtreasured observations of the natural world.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver'? A: The main theme of 'Devotions' revolves around the beauty of the natural world and the deep connections between all living things, reflecting Mary Oliver's mindfulness and appreciation for life.
- Q: How many poems are included in this collection? A: This collection features over 200 poems, showcasing a selection of Mary Oliver's work from her first book published in 1963 to her most recent collection released in 2015.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers who are new to poetry? A: Yes, 'Devotions' is suitable for both new and seasoned poetry readers, as it offers a variety of accessible and engaging poems that resonate with universal themes.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver'? A: The book was published on October 10, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Devotions' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: Can you tell me about the author's background? A: Mary Oliver was a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet known for her clear and poignant observations of nature and human relationships, and she has been celebrated as one of America's best-selling poets.
- Q: What makes this collection different from other poetry books? A: This collection is curated by Mary Oliver herself, featuring her most cherished poems over five decades, which provides readers with a personal and definitive insight into her work.
- Q: Is there a specific order in which the poems are arranged? A: Yes, the poems in 'Devotions' are arranged by Mary Oliver herself, showcasing her preferred selections and providing a thoughtful flow throughout the collection.
- Q: How many pages does 'Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver' have? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of fiction, specifically categorized as genre fiction.