Jo Bratten
Climacteric
Climacteric
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The climacteric is a critical period or event, often associated with menopause in women. Jo Bratten's debut poetry chapbook explores anger, guilt, loss, and the natural and unnatural passing of loved ones and planet's ecosystems. It offers solace and the simplest kind of love found within nature.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 36 pages
Publication date: 16 September 2022
Publisher: Fly on the Wall Press
A climacteric is a significant period or event that marks a turning point in one's life. In the context of medicine, it refers to the period of life when fertility declines, typically occurring in women during menopause. While some women may experience psychological challenges during this time, it is generally not associated with significant psychological problems. Physical changes such as hair loss can be observed, with women gathering hair from various places in their environment.
The question of how to love oneself at the climacteric of one's life, both personally and collectively as a planet, is a profound one. Jo Bratten's debut poetry chapbook explores these themes with anger, guilt, and a sense of loss. She reflects on the natural passing of loved ones and the unnatural passing of our planet's ecosystems. Through her poems, Bratten offers solace and a message of unity, emphasizing that we are all navigating the fractured dark together, often doomscrolling before dawn. However, she also presents a simple kind of love, one that can be found within nature.
In her poems, Bratten explores the interconnectedness of all beings and the importance of cherishing the natural world. She draws upon imagery from nature, such as caravaggios and the stars, to convey a sense of beauty and wonder. She encourages readers to find joy and love in the simplest of things, such as a flower's bloom or the sound of a bird's song.
The climacteric is a period of transition and growth, where individuals may face challenges and opportunities. By embracing the beauty of nature and finding solace in simple pleasures, we can cultivate a deeper sense of love and connection to ourselves and the world around us. Bratten's debut poetry chapbook serves as a reminder of the importance of mindfulness, compassion, and a commitment to preserving our planet for future generations.
Weight: 44g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913211844
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