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Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS (Illinois Poetry (Paperback)),New
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David Wagoner has won the acclaim of his peers and been compared with some of the most gifted poets in the English language: Emily Dickinson, James Wright, Robert Frost, Theodore Roethke. The Antioch Review has ascribed to him a'profoundly earthbound sanity,' while Publishers Weekly credits him with a 'plainspoken formal virtuosity' and a 'consistent, pragmatic clarity of perception.' His collections have garnered Poetry's Levinson and Union League Prizes, the Ruth Lilly Prize, and nominations for the American Book Award and the National Book Award. For his most recent collection, Walt Whitman Bathing, Wagoner was honored with the Ohioana Book Award in the category of poetry.Witty, eloquent, and insightful, Traveling Light offers new and familiar treasures from a master observer of both the natural and the human worlds. In a style by turns direct and intricate, Wagoner distills the essential emotions from people's encounters with each other, with nature, and with themselves. Through his compassionate but unblinking eyes, we see ourselves and the world that surrounds us more sharply delineated.
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- Q: Who is the author of 'Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS'? A: The author of 'Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS' is David Wagoner, an acclaimed poet known for his insightful and eloquent writing.
- Q: What is the publication date of this poetry collection? A: 'Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS' was published on May 25, 1999.
- Q: How many pages does 'Traveling Light' have? A: This poetry collection contains 301 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: 'Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Traveling Light' a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition, first printing.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Traveling Light'? A: 'Traveling Light' explores themes of nature, human relationships, and personal introspection, showcasing the author's deep observations.
- Q: Has David Wagoner won any awards for his poetry? A: Yes, David Wagoner has received several awards, including the Poetry's Levinson Prize, the Ruth Lilly Prize, and the Ohioana Book Award for his recent collection.
- Q: What makes 'Traveling Light' a significant collection of poetry? A: 'Traveling Light' is significant for its blend of direct and intricate style, offering both new and familiar poems that resonate with readers through their emotional depth.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: In which category is 'Traveling Light' classified? A: 'Traveling Light: COLLECTED AND NEW POEMS' is classified under the category of 'United States' poetry.