Date of Birth

Date of BirthDiscover 'Date of Birth', a poignant debut poetry collection by Shawn R. Jones that fearlessly confronts the shadows of human experience. Delve into verses that explore urgent themes such as racism, poverty, and addiction, while also celebrating the moments of humor and joy that punctuate the struggle. With a profound ability to capture the complexities of life in Atlantic City, Jones introduces readers to an array of characters through their

Discover 'Date of Birth', a poignant debut poetry collection by Shawn R. Jones that fearlessly confronts the shadows of human experience. Delve into verses that explore urgent themes such as racism, poverty, and addiction, while also celebrating the moments of humor and joy that punctuate the struggle. With a profound ability to capture the complexities of life in Atlantic City, Jones introduces readers to an array of characters through their unforgettable nicknames. This collection is not just a recounting of tragedies; it's a tribute to resilience and the human spirit. The poetry within 'Date of Birth' serves as a mirror reflecting our collective pain and unwavering hope, making it essential reading for anyone interested in contemporary poetry, social issues, and the transformative power of words. Whether you're an avid poetry lover or a newcomer, this book promises to leave a lasting impression. Available for immediate purchase, this brand new publication is perfect for your literary collection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9780892555697 | Year: 2023 | Publisher: W W Norton & Company.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780892555697
Year: 2023
Publisher: W W Norton & Company


Description:
The poems in this bracing debut do not shy away from incomprehensible tragedies: racism, poverty, abuse, and addiction, incest, and infidelities of the body and mind. Yet the world depicted by Shawn R. Jones has moments of humor and playfulness-for example, in a litany of indelible nicknames of the members of her childhood cohort in Atlantic City. If Date of Birth is heart-wrenching in its journalistic reporting of suffering, it is also a testament to the strength and resilience of the figures it portrays.