The Art of Voice
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
An award-winning poet, teacher and champion of poetry (New York Times) demystifies the elusive element of voice.
Tony Hoagland Books
Anthony Dey Hoagland's formative years were spent on various military bases across the South, shaped by his father's career as an Army doctor. His rich educational journey included stints at Williams College, the University of Iowa, and the University of Arizona, where he earned his MFA. Before dedicating himself to writing, Hoagland embraced a diverse range of experiences, from agricultural work in the Northwest to communal living. He later contributed to the literary world by teaching creative writing at the University of Houston, nurturing new voices.
The final book of poems by Tony Hoagland, “one of the most distinctive voices of our time” (Carl Dennis).Over the course of his celebrated career, Tony Hoagland ventured fearlessly into the unlit alleys of emotion and experience. The poems in Turn Up the Ocean examine with an unflinching eye and mordant humor the reality of living and dying in a time and culture that conspire to erase our inner lives. Hoagland’s signature wit and unparalleled observations take in long-standing injustices, the atrocities of American empire and consumerism, and our ongoing habit of looking away. In these poems, perseverance depends on a gymnastics of skepticism and comedy, a dogged quest for authentic connection, and the consolations of the natural world. Turn Up the Ocean is a remarkable and moving collection, a fitting testament to Hoagland’s devotion to the capaciousness and art of poetry.
Collective Bargaining in the Lithographic Industry
- 132 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The motion-picture poster, canned food labels, office calendars, and illustrated postcards are familiar products of lithography, yet many readers may not understand how these items are produced or the labor issues within the industry. This study explores the history of collective bargaining in the lithographic sector, aiming to engage students with labor problems while contributing to a broader understanding of wage bargaining principles. Although the lithographic industry in the U.S. employs fewer workers than larger sectors like steel, it faces unique labor challenges. Nonetheless, every industry has its specific labor issues, and the fundamental principles of wage bargaining are common across all sectors. Understanding the methods employed by both employers and employees in various industries is essential to grasp these general principles that underpin labor contracts. The publisher, Forgotten Books, specializes in reproducing rare and classic works, utilizing advanced technology to digitally reconstruct texts while preserving their original format. While some imperfections from the original may remain, most are repaired to maintain the integrity of these historical documents.