A Working Life

Exploring the nuances of everyday life, this collection by Eileen Myles delves into themes of permanence, mortality, and the interplay of fear and wonder. Through vivid imagery, it captures moments of solitude and connection, from the simple pleasures of birds outside a window to intimate moments shared with a lover. The poems reflect experiences of travel and the familiar spaces that shaped us during the pandemic, offering a poignant meditation on life’s fleeting yet significant moments.