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Blood TiesExplore the profound depths of memory and emotion with 'Blood Ties', a captivating poetry collection by renowned author Jeffrey Paparoa Holman. This brand new paperback edition, measuring 145 x 200 mm and featuring 168 pages, weaves together the poignant tales of childhood neglect and the lingering scars of emotional turmoil. Each poem serves as a powerful echo of Aotearoa's rich yet tumultuous history, reflecting on themes of bereavement, loss, and
Explore the profound depths of memory and emotion with 'Blood Ties', a captivating poetry collection by renowned author Jeffrey Paparoa Holman. This brand new paperback edition, measuring 145 x 200 mm and featuring 168 pages, weaves together the poignant tales of childhood neglect and the lingering scars of emotional turmoil. Each poem serves as a powerful echo of Aotearoa's rich yet tumultuous history, reflecting on themes of bereavement, loss, and the healing power of poetry. Holman's words transform the complex emotions of grief into vivid images, drawing from local West Coast rituals and broader historical contexts. Through wit and imagination, the collection navigates the intricate connections between personal and collective identity, offering readers a chance to confront their own histories and traumas. Delve into Holman’s world, where the lyrical verses invite you to embark on a journey of remembrance and renewal. This essential read is perfect for poetry lovers and those seeking to understand the intricacies of the human experience. Ordered through our NZ-owned store, your purchase supports local business while ensuring fast delivery. Enjoy peace of mind with no unexpected import charges, custom duty, or tax, as we proudly ship from within New Zealand. Let the rich tapestry of 'Blood Ties' resonate with you and discover the therapeutic magic of poetry today.CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 145 x 200 mm
Pages: 168
Bind: paperback
Author: Jeffrey Paparoa Holman Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 01-02-2017
Woven from the sharp and tensile strands of memory, many of the poems in this collection return to the primal pains of neglect and damage in childhood. Emotional memory is anchored in the specific detail of an era – the selection is laced with dreams of flight and memories of West Coast town rituals, places and people – and fans out to draw on local and international history, exploring with wit, anger, imagination and grief the ways in which Aotearoa still carries the wounds of colonisation and class. Confronting the ghosts of bereavement and loss, in this gripping and powerful collection Holman leads us from remembrance and elegy, in all their guises, to a kind of â€spring of the soul’. Poetry and song have their own healing gifts: here, Jeffrey Paparoa Holman calls on their potency to set the mind free.
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