Coffin Honey

In his seventh book of poems, Coffin Honey, Todd Davis explores the various forms of violence we inflict on each other and the other living beings with whom we share the planet. The poems depict racism, climate collapse, pandemic, and the threat of extinction in intimate portraits of Rust-Belt Appalachia, highlighting the beauty and suffering of the human experience. Davis' knowledge of Latin names, common names, habitats, and habits is evident in his meticulous portrayal of the natural world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 140 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Michigan State University Press

In his seventh book of poems, Coffin Honey, celebrated poet Todd Davis delves into the diverse manifestations of violence we inflict upon one another and the other living beings inhabiting our planet. Through intimate portraits of Rust-Belt Appalachia, the book explores themes such as racism, climate collapse, pandemics, and the imminent threat of extinction, both personal and ecological. The poems vividly depict the struggles of individuals, including a young boy grappling with the aftermath of sexual assault, a girl facing pregnancy alone after her boyfriend's enlistment, and a bear named Ursus navigating the complexities of the forest after the loss of his mother. Each poem in Coffin Honey aims to shed light on the interplay between beauty and suffering, drawing attention to the perilous ledge upon which we find ourselves teetering in the twenty-first century. Davis, known for his poetic prowess and meticulous attention to detail, employs his knowledge of Latin names, common names, habitats, and habits to vividly name the world, demonstrating a deep connection with the earth and the scientific marvels that unfold in its wildness.

In his seventh book of poems, Coffin Honey, celebrated poet Todd Davis delves into the diverse manifestations of violence we inflict upon one another and the other living beings inhabiting our planet. Through intimate portraits of Rust-Belt Appalachia, the book explores themes such as racism, climate collapse, pandemics, and the imminent threat of extinction, both personal and ecological. The poems vividly depict the struggles of individuals, including a young boy grappling with the aftermath of sexual assault, a girl facing pregnancy alone after her boyfriend's enlistment, and a bear named Ursus navigating the complexities of the forest after the loss of his mother. Each poem in Coffin Honey aims to shed light on the interplay between beauty and suffering, drawing attention to the perilous ledge upon which we find ourselves teetering in the twenty-first century. Davis, known for his poetic prowess and meticulous attention to detail, employs his knowledge of Latin names, common names, habitats, and habits to vividly name the world, demonstrating a deep connection with the earth and the scientific marvels that unfold in its wildness.

Weight: 200g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781611864250