Musical Tables

Billy Collins' "Musical Tables" is a collection of short poems that blend humor with a sense of mortality, showcasing his knack for coaxing poetry out of the everyday. The poems reflect on mundane experiences and turn clichés into fresh metaphors, offering meditative and brilliant insights into the wonder of being alive.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 16 November 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

In his collection of short poems titled "Musical Tables," the former United States Poet Laureate, Billy Collins, skillfully blends his characteristic jovial tone with a subtle yet profound exploration of mortality. Through these concise verses, Collins masterfully captures the essence of the human experience, interweaving moments of profound insight amidst the ordinary. With his exceptional talent for extracting poetry from the everyday, Collins' craftsmanship shines brightly in "Musical Tables." Whether he reflects on the chaos of Los Angeles traffic or playfully reimagines familiar metaphors, this collection showcases Collins at his most meditative and thought-provoking. The brevity of these poems only adds to their brilliance, as they offer a glimpse into the depth of his poetic vision. As the Wall Street Journal aptly describes him, Billy Collins is undoubtedly America's favorite poet, and "Musical Tables" serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of literature.

Weight: 208g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781035022489