Vol. 1, Issue 40
“I will / never get over making everything / such a big deal.”
–Ada Limón, “The Last Thing”
The Carrying: Poems | Book Review
The Carrying: Poems Ada Limón Milkweed August 4, 2018 96 pp. $22 (hardcover) The Carrying, Ada Limón’s fifth collection of poetry, is both an exquisite read for this moment in time and far beyond. That makes absolute sense, because Limón is a poet who makes you...
Hummingbirds | Poetry
When my father was eighty years old and mellowing, he decided to win the Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes. Since he was well-off financially, he said, “If I win the ten million dollars, I’ll give it to you son, and your family will be set for life.” Of course, I...
Merry-go-round | Photography
Merry-go-round Even when still, these hand-carved animals are full of life. This carousel, which dates from 1906, is still in use. It’s been called “a piece of moving art,” which is apt. (Click on the image for a high-resolution version.) Pat Tompkins is an editor in...
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