Brenda Hillman Libri

A celebrated poet asks anguished questions about separation and loss.

Poetry of grief and sustenance from an award-winning poet

This volume continues Hillman's exploration of the elements, delving into their profound significance and influence on human experience. Through reflective essays, the author examines how these elemental forces shape our emotions, thoughts, and interactions with the world. Hillman's unique insights blend philosophy, psychology, and nature, inviting readers to engage with the elemental aspects of life in a deeply personal and transformative way.

Utilizing California's diverse landscapes as a metaphor, these poems delve into the essential pressures and challenges of daily life. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflection, the work captures the intersection of personal experiences and the broader human condition, inviting readers to connect deeply with both the environment and their own lives.

Innovative lyric poetry revitalizes contemporary themes of nature and culture, offering fresh perspectives and insights. The collection explores the interplay between the natural world and modern life, inviting readers to reflect on their relationship with both. Through imaginative language and striking imagery, the poems capture the essence of 21st-century experiences, making them resonate deeply with today's audience.

The final volume in the poet's extraordinary tetralogy on earth, air, water, and fire

other times she uses narrative, documentary or scientific materials to record daily events during a time of pandemic, planetary crisis, political and racial turmoil.