“And then I feel the sun itself as it blazes over the hills, like a million flowers on fire -- clearly I'm not needed, yet I feel myself turning into something of inexplicable value.”
Quote by Mary Oliver
Work
New and Selected Poems, Volume One
This volume features a curated selection of poems, showcasing the author's poetic style and thematic concerns across various stages of their career. more
Author
Mary Oliver
Mary Oliver is a renowned American poet, born on September 10, 1935. Her poetry is known for its profound depiction of the natural world and delicate insights into life. Oliver's style is simple and direct, which has won her a wide audience. more
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