“Are the angels of her bed the angels who come near me alone in mine? Are the green trees in her window the color is see in ripe plums? If she always sees backward and upside down without knowing it what chance do we have? I am haunted by the feeling that she is saying melting lords of death, avalanches, rivers and moments of passing through, And I am replying, "Yes, yes. Shoes and pudding.”
This book is a collection of poems that spans different styles and themes, showcasing the diversity of poetic expression. more
Jack Gilbert, born on February 18, 1925, was an influential American poet. Known for his profound emotions and unique style, his poetry is considered a significant representative of American contemporary poetry. more
“No matter what we talk about, we are talking about ourselves”
“my love had grown one with my soul; it became darker, but did not go out”