A Vase & A Vast Sea

Discover the literary gem, A Vase & A Vast Sea, a captivating collection that showcases the art of contemporary creative writing from both emerging and established New Zealand authors. This paperback edition, measuring 125 x 186 mm and spanning 146 pages, captures the essence of poetic and prose storytelling. Readers will journey through the pages filled with nostalgic moments intertwined with the excitement and unpredictability of life. Featuring contributions from renowned writers such as Renée, Maggie Rainey-Smith, Barbara Else, Rata Gordon, Tim Jones, Anahera Gildea, and Adrienne Jansen, this anthology represents a vital aspect of New Zealand literature. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and students alike, A Vase & A Vast Sea is not just a book; it is a rich tapestry of creativity that encourages reflection and exploration of everyday experiences. Dive into this collection to experience the rustle of poetry against the window and the vivid imagery of the domestic landscape, making it an essential addition to your bookshelf and a treasured keepsake for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of New Zealand writing and culture.

Author: Jenny Nimon Ed. Publisher: Escalator Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 125 x 186 mm
Pages: 146
Publication Date: 05-10-2020

A collection of contemporary creative writing from emerging and celebrated writers. In A Vase and a Vast Sea, poetry and prose rustle against the window, scatter palm fronds across the road and sneak off to the movies on a Tuesday. There are moments of nostalgia blended with dangerous undercurrents and domestic life. This collection is a reunion of writers such as Renée, Maggie Rainey-Smith, Barbara Else, Rata Gordon, Tim Jones, Anahera Gildea, and Adrienne Jansen, and is an essential keepsake of New Zealand literature and a much-loved writing course.