This author left behind a single novel, a work set in Haiti. The book is characterized by its rich descriptions of local culture and customs, drawing from the author's extensive travels. The writing style is evocative, drawing the reader into the island's atmosphere. Their work is valued for its authenticity and depth.
Some spine creasing and small tears on bottom edge. Front cover has corner right creases top and bottom. Scratching on front and back covers and edge wear. Name on inside front cover page. No other marks, clean and intact. Very good book for "1978"! Ships very quickly and packaged carefully!
In Garrulous Waters, you (the reader) are invited into an intimate collection of poetry from an enthralling new voice. The pieces are emotional, poignant and intimate, telling a personal story of survival that gives a blimpse into an ocean of experience. The poems are ruminations on family, the nature of love and self-reflection. "No Escape, Garrulous, Home and In the mirror" are standout pieces of prose, lyrical, dramatic and layered. The overall collection is designed to enlighten thru the camaraderie of an intimate conversation. The book is an offering of hope by representing the healing power of poetry, and how, by relating our stories we can artfully navigate emotional seas. The poems in this compilation are honest, tempered, orchestrated and salient. This book is a bona-fide autobiography of eclectic musings in poetic argot.