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Bower
Bower
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The Bower explores the complexities of wars and hatred by immersing the poet-speaker in Belfast, Ireland's history, including the sectarian conflict known as The Troubles. Through intimate moments between mother and daughter and images of nationalistic violence, the book examines sectarianism and forgiveness and asks how we manage the histories that divide us.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 13 March 2019
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
The Bower delves into the intricate complexities of war and hatred, offering a profound exploration of these profound human experiences. Through a poignant and personal narrative, the poet-speaker embarks on a year-long journey in Belfast, Ireland, accompanied by her young daughter. Immersing herself in the rich tapestry of Irish politics, including the tumultuous sectarian conflict known as The Troubles, the speaker seeks to unravel the threads of a painful and divisive past.
Through a meticulous gathering of stories from a diverse range of sources, including museum exhibits, newspapers, neighbors, friends, local musicians, and cabbies, the speaker weaves a tapestry of insights and perspectives. Quietly meditative, brooding, and heart-wrenching, these poems juxtapose intimate moments between mother and daughter with haunting images of nationalistic violence and the underlying tensions that permeate our daily interactions.
A profound exploration of sectarianism and forgiveness, The Bower serves as a timely and nuanced examination of the myriad ways in which we are all implicated in the instinct to protect our own. It prompts us to reflect on the histories that divide us and challenges us to navigate the complexities of reconciliation and healing.
This book offers a valuable lens through which to understand the complexities of war and hatred, providing a deeper understanding of the human condition and the urgent need for empathy and compassion. It is a testament to the power of literature to illuminate the darkest corners of our existence and inspire us to strive for a more peaceful and harmonious world.
Weight: 112g
Dimension: 141 x 216 x 6 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780226613789
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