Di Brandt (Books)

Di Brandt Books

Di Brandt's poetry delves into complex relationships and personal history, her style often exploring the tension between past and present. Her work is characterized by an introspective tone and careful linguistic craft, drawing readers into profound contemplation. Brandt engages with the near-mythic dimensions of motherhood and female experience. Her poems are frequently described as introspective and lyrical.

The Sweetest Dance on Earth: New and Selected

180 pages
7 hours of reading

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Since her debut in 1987 with questions I asked my mother , Di Brandt has remained curious, still asking questions and pushing poetic bounds. Now for the first time, the best work of this Griffin Award winning poet has been gathered together in one place. Distilled into one collection is Di Brandt's insatiable desire to understand, question and show the world in a new light. From her feminist work to her eco poetics, readers will get a chance to see the breathtaking career of one of Canada's most influential poets.