Exploring the multifaceted nature of sound, this collection delves into the human voice, musical instruments, and the auditory experiences of the natural and man-made environments. Each poem serves as a dynamic framework, showcasing rapid shifts in direction, tone, and perspective, reflecting the author's deep fascination with the nuances of sound.
Exploring the intersection of ancient and modern technologies, this collection of poems delves into the everyday media that shape our lives. Through vivid descriptions and varied linguistic styles, it captures beauty, disruption, humor, and pain. The poems juxtapose contemporary elements like Netflix and YouTube with historical art and cultural icons, reflecting on technology's dual role in expressing joy and grief. Serving as both a personal archive and a cultural commentary, it offers a poignant portrayal of life in the twenty-first century.
Acclaimed poet and award-winning teacher Christina Pugh is fascinated by how poems continually look backward into literary history. Her essays find new resonance in poets ranging from Emily Dickinson to Gwendolyn Brooks to the poetry of the now.