Devotions : The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver by Mary Oliver (2017, Hardcover)

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PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100399563245
ISBN-139780399563249
eBay Product ID (ePID)236777191

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Book TitleDevotions : the Selected Poems of Mary Oliver
Number of Pages480 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2017
TopicSubjects & Themes / Nature, General, American / General
GenrePoetry
AuthorMary Oliver
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight25.3 Oz
Item Length9.5 in
Item Width6.3 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2017-025254
Reviews"In "Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver" (Penguin), one of our most beloved writers offers both the best of her work and a spiritual road map of sorts. Spanning more than 50 years and featuring more than 200 poems, the collection shows Oliver, in the early years, turning away from grief and finding in nature a "vast, incredible gift." Over time, as she carefully observes and records, Oliver extols the beauty and complexity around her and reminds us of the interconnectedness of living. She also asks important questions, such as "have you ever dared to be happy/ ... have you ever dared to pray," and "Tell me, what it is you plan to do/ with your one wild and precious life?" Those lines resonate as much today as when she first penned them decades ago. No matter where one starts reading, "Devotions" offers much to love, from Oliver's exuberant dog poems to selections from the Pulitzer Prize-winning "American Primitive," and "Dream Work," one of her exceptional collections. Perhaps more important, the luminous writing provides respite from our crazy world and demonstrates how mindfulness can define and transform a life, moment by moment, poem by poem." -- The Washington Post
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal811/.54
SynopsisPulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver presents a personal selection of her best work in this definitive collection spanning more than five decades of her esteemed literary career. Throughout her celebrated career, Mary Oliver has touched countless readers with her brilliantly crafted verse, expounding on her love for the physical world and the powerful bonds between all living things. Identified as "far and away, this country's best selling poet" by Dwight Garner, she now returns with a stunning and definitive collection of her writing from the last fifty years. Carefully curated, these 200 plus poems feature Oliver's work from her very first book of poetry, No Voyage and Other Poems , published in 1963 at the age of 28, through her most recent collection, Felicity , published in 2015. This timeless volume, arranged by Oliver herself, showcases the beloved poet at her edifying best. Within these pages, she provides us with an extraordinary and invaluable collection of her passionate, perceptive, and much-treasured observations of the natural world., Now a Read With Jenna Book Club Pick Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver presents a personal selection of her best work in this definitive collection spanning more than five decades of her esteemed literary career. "No matter where one starts reading, Devotions offers much to love, from Oliver's exuberant dog poems to selections from the Pulitzer Prize-winning American Primitive , and Dream Work , one of her exceptional collections. Perhaps more important, the luminous writing provides respite from our crazy world and demonstrates how mindfulness can define and transform a life, moment by moment, poem by poem." -- The Washington Post "It's as if the poet herself has sidled beside the reader and pointed us to the poems she considers most worthy of deep consideration." -- Chicago Tribune Throughout her celebrated career, Mary Oliver has touched countless readers with her brilliantly crafted verse, expounding on her love for the physical world and the powerful bonds between all living things. Identified as "far and away, this country's best selling poet" by Dwight Garner, she now returns with a stunning and definitive collection of her writing from the last fifty years. Carefully curated, these 200 plus poems feature Oliver's work from her very first book of poetry, No Voyage and Other Poems , published in 1963 at the age of 28, through her most recent collection, Felicity , published in 2015. This timeless volume, arranged by Oliver herself, showcases the beloved poet at her edifying best. Within these pages, she provides us with an extraordinary and invaluable collection of her passionate, perceptive, and much-treasured observations of the natural world.
LC Classification NumberPS3565.L5A6 2017

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  • Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver

    I'm been a fan of Mary Oliver for many years and i really like so many of my favorite poems gathered together in one volume. It's a beautiful book and if you like Mary Oliver you'll love having this collection.

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  • Mary Oliver poetry is the best!

    Mary Oliver is one of my favorite poets. "Her work turns towards nature for its inspiration and describes the sense of wonder it instills in her." I love nature and enjoy her journey. I have many of her books but not all. This collection ("spanning more than five decades of her esteemed literary career") fills in the gaps and I have some of my favorite poems handy in one volume. She is a national treasure.

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  • A good overview of Mary Oliver's poetry

    Mary Oliver herself chose these poems from her different books over the years.

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  • A great gift in a time when poems can be so consoling.

    This is a extensive compilation of Mary Oliver's work. She is a wonderful poet and this books the perfect gift.

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  • Great for meditation

    Mary Oliver has great insight and introspection. To be read slowly to allow for thought

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  • Great Selections

    This collection will be a gift. It appeals to me even though I am not a true fan of poetry.

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  • Book is Perfect....like new and we liked the poet too.

    Great poet and book in perfect condition

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  • Devotions

    Lovely book. Thank you!

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  • Invites you to move from head to heart and experience it

    If you like nature you’ll love this book

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  • Enjoying this

    Mary Oliver is an exquisite poet

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