Pacific Light

David Mason was born in Washington State, and now lives in Tasmania. His new book, Pacific Light, explores the implications of light, peace, and immigration, and how to say the word home and mean it. It is a culmination and deepening of his previous work, a book of transformations, history, love, endurance, and beauty.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 23 August 2022
Publisher: Red Hen Press

David Mason, born in the picturesque state of Washington, nestled at the forty-odd degrees north latitude, has found a new home on the enchanting Australian island of Tasmania, situated at the forty-odd degrees south latitude. This remarkable Pacific crossing is a testament to a lifetime of unwavering devotion and transformative experiences. In his latest collection of poems, Pacific Light, Mason delves into the profound implications of light, exploring its harmonious and contrasting forces. He ponders the profound question of what it means to be an immigrant, navigating the ultimate boundaries of our existence. How can we truly embrace the concept of home and make it resonate with our deepest selves? These profound inquiries have been the driving force behind Mason's remarkable narrative works, including The Country I Remember and Ludlow, as well as his lyric and dramatic writings. Pacific Light represents a remarkable culmination and deepening of Mason's artistic journey, a book that encompasses transformations, history, love, endurance, and unfathomable beauty. It is a testament to a poet reaching the pinnacle of his powers, showcasing his unparalleled talent and poetic prowess.

Weight: 158g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781636280578