Copper Nickel issue 34

Issue 34 of the literary magazine Ploughshares includes poetry translations by Humberto Akabal, Tomaž Šalamun, Sandra Santana, and Jesüs Amalio, as well as a fiction translation folio by Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen. It also features poetry by Ada Limón, Guggenheim Fellows Paul Guest and Mark Halliday, Ruth Lilly Fellow Marcus Wicker, William Carlos Williams Award winner Martha Collins, Rilke Prize winner David Keplinger, NEA Fellows Michael Bazzett, Brian Henry, Lance Larsen, Alex Lemon, Jenny Molberg, and Corey Van Landingham, and Kelli Russell Agodon, Abdul Ali, Sean Cho A., Michael Dumanis, Chanda Feldman, Melissa Ginsburg, Matty Layne Glasgow, Niki Herd, Alicia Mountain, Lis Sanchez, Indriani Sengupta, and many others. The cover features a recent piece by Minneapolis-based artist Dyani White Hawk.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 185 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2022
Publisher: Milkweed Editions

Issue 34 of the literary magazine features an array of captivating literary works, including poetry translations from renowned poets across the globe. The issue showcases the talents of Guatemalan Kiche Maya poet Humberto Akabal, whose work is translated by Michael Bazzett, Lithuania's superstar poet Tomaž Šalamun, translated by Brian Henry, Spanish poet Sandra Santana, translated by Geoffrey Brock, and Venezuelan poet-in-exile Jesüs Amalio, translated by David Brunson, Jr. Additionally, a Fiction Translation Folio presents two captivating stories by internationally renowned Portuguese writer Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen, translated by Alexis Levitin.

The poetry section of Issue 34 is a treasure trove of literary excellence, showcasing the works of numerous acclaimed poets. National Book Critics Circle Award winner Ada Limón, Guggenheim Fellows Paul Guest and Mark Halliday, Ruth Lilly Fellow Marcus Wicker, William Carlos Williams Award winner Martha Collins, Rilke Prize winner David Keplinger, NEA Fellows Michael Bazzett, Brian Henry, Lance Larsen, Alex Lemon, Jenny Molberg, and Corey Van Landingham, as well as Kelli Russell Agodon, Abdul Ali, Sean Cho A., Michael Dumanis, Chanda Feldman, Melissa Ginsburg, Matty Layne Glasgow, Niki Herd, Alicia Mountain, Lis Sanchez, Indriani Sengupta, and many others, contribute their poetic prowess to this edition.

The fiction section of Issue 34 offers a diverse range of stories that will captivate readers. Madeline Haze Curtis, Maria Poulatha, Alyssa Quinn, Kate Weinberg, and Tara Isabel Zambrano present their unique perspectives and narratives, taking readers on intriguing journeys. Brooke Barry and Robert Long Foreman contribute thought-provoking nonfiction pieces that delve into various subjects, providing insights and perspectives that will engage and inspire.

The cover of Issue 34 features a stunning piece of artwork by Minneapolis-based artist Dyani White Hawk. Her work is in the collections of prestigious institutions such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Walker Art Center, the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Denver Art Museum, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian, and many others. Dyani White Hawk's art is known for its vibrant colors, intricate details, and powerful messages, making her a prominent figure in the contemporary art scene.

In conclusion, Issue 34 of the literary magazine is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the power of words and the beauty of literature. With its diverse range of literary works, from poetry translations to fiction stories, nonfiction pieces, and a captivating cover art, this issue offers a captivating experience for readers of all ages and interests.

Dimension: 228 x 177 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781733276047
Edition number: 34 ed