Under the Great Divide with Ed Dorn

Exploring themes of place and emotion, the poetry reflects a journey through diverse landscapes, from the Black Mountain school to Beat influences. Gibbons captures a range of experiences, intertwining elements of elegy, ecstasy, and cultural references like jazz and war. His fresh perspective on the rugged West reveals a deep connection to both its physical terrain and its complex inhabitants, highlighting the interplay between personal psyche and broader societal contexts.