The Day Every Day Is

By Lee Upton

Book Overview

Lyrical poems excavating cultural myths and contradictions, offering wit and tenderness to resist violence.

Lee Upton's seventh collection presents poems that are both crisp and expansive, exploring the intersection of the ordinary and the supernatural. These poems delve into suffering, from historical torture to the extinction of species, while also seeking redemption through wit and sensuality. The collection meditates on the agonies of illness, grief, and the blasting of innocence, offering a unique perspective on the human condition.

In this book of mysteries, Upton cultivates a redemptive energy, using wit to resist violence and find solace in the sensual and tender aspects of life. This collection is for readers who appreciate thought-provoking poetry, cultural analysis, and emotional depth. Discover a world where myths intertwine with reality, and where the power of language offers a means to resist the darkness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1947817507
• ISBN13: 9781947817500
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: Saturnalia Books
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 7.5"
• Grade Range: Preschool