{"product_id":"twice-alive-9780811230292","title":"Twice Alive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Forrest Gander explores the complexities of our historical moment and the connections that unite us to others and the world in his collection Twice Alive. Through his training in geology and his engagement with Sangam literary traditions, Gander infuses the poems with emotional intensity, illuminating our deep-rooted interrelationships. He explores personal and ecological trauma, such as the devastation caused by wildfires in California, but his tone is ultimately celebratory. The book is filled with exultation and tenderness. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 96 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 May 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: New Directions Publishing Corporation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn his captivating collection of poems, Twice Alive, the esteemed Pulitzer Prize-winner Forrest Gander delves into the pressing demands of our historical era and the profound connections that unite us to others and the world. Drawing upon his expertise in geology and his deep engagement with the Sangam literary traditions, Gander infuses these poems with an emotional depth that illuminates our intricate interdependence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile conducting fieldwork alongside a renowned mycologist, Gander establishes a profound connection between human intimacy and the remarkable alliances formed between species that give rise to lichens. Throughout Twice Alive, Gander explores personal and ecological trauma, with several poems focusing on the devastating impact of wildfires in California, the place he calls home. Yet, despite the weight of these subjects, Gander's tone remains overwhelmingly celebratory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwice Alive is a literary masterpiece that exudes exultation and tenderness. It is a testament to Gander's exceptional talent and his ability to capture the essence of human experience in a way that is both profound and accessible. This collection will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds, as it offers a glimpse into the complexities of our world and the resilience of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 126g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 140 x 215 x 9 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780811230292\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Forrest Gander","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44100135223546,"sku":"9780811230292","price":11.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646147492338_book.jpg?v=1646910499","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/twice-alive-9780811230292","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}