Ins & Outs of the Forest Rivers

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Exploring profound themes of suffering and loss, this poetry collection is structured into five distinct sections. It begins with a meditation on the Issenheim altarpiece, followed by reflections on the devastation of American forests. The work confronts the ongoing conflicts in Iraq and takes the reader on a journey from Maui to Papua New Guinea. Concluding with a poignant examination of Borneo's indigenous struggles against deforestation, the collection reveals Tarn's dual role as poet and anthropologist, highlighting the interconnectedness of nature and humanity.