Nomi Stone Books

Nomi Stone is a celebrated poet and anthropologist whose work delves into the complex intersections of language, warfare, and human experience. Drawing from extensive fieldwork within American military war training exercises, her poetry exposes the horrors and disillusionment of conflict with sharp precision and a keen sense for the music of words. Stone utilizes her dual expertise to craft work that is both archival and creative, illuminating the brutal transactions of war and its impact on humanity. Her verses challenge readers to listen to war's distant cry and examine the wreckage of language, reminding us that the world is worth protecting.

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88 pages
4 hours of reading
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The collection explores the tension between belonging and alienation within an ancient island community, highlighting the interactions between its Jewish inhabitants and their Muslim neighbors. Through evocative poetry, it delves into the complexities of insularity, revealing the delicate balance of openness and isolation that defines their daily lives and cultural identity. The arrival of a stranger serves as a catalyst for reflection on these themes, illustrating the nuanced relationships within this unique setting.
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Poems included in this book were previously published in Kill Class, Tupelo Press, February, 2019. Used by permission of the publisher.

Stranger's Notebook

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