Or to Begin Again

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The collection features a poignant elegy exploring attachment and loss amid historical turmoil, particularly in wartime. Central to the work is "Alice in the Wasteland," a twelve-part narrative that draws inspiration from Lewis Carroll and T.S. Eliot, where Alice confronts an unseen Voice while contemplating the relationship between language and perception. Lauterbach showcases her innovative formal techniques, blending visual artistry with rich musicality and imagery, solidifying her status as a contemporary poetic master.