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The Lifers
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Discover the captivating verses of Michael Steven's second poetry collection, a profound exploration of life, loss, and human connection in modern New Zealand. This 92-page book provides a vivid window into the lives of 'the lifers' who navigate through the complexities of existence. From portrayals of stoned youths in Sean Macgregor's lounge to the gripping stories of three bank robbers heading towards the Penrose ANZ, these poems resonate with the raw authenticity of a generation marked by the aftermath of Rogernomics. Steven's clear and evocative language skillfully intertwines themes of violence, love, despair, and struggle, creating an intimate tapestry of experiences that reflect on the past while embracing the present. Through his intricate depictions, readers will encounter the haunting echoes of the deceased, the forgotten, and the invisible threads that bind us all. Immerse yourself in this compelling collection, where every poem serves as a reminder of the enduring human desire for connection amidst chaos. Perfect for poetry enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of New Zealand's cultural landscape. This book, published on 01-03-2020, is an essential read for anyone interested in contemporary poetry, New Zealand literature, and the exploration of identity and experience in a rapidly changing world.
Author: Michael Steven Publisher: Otago University Press
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 92
Publication Date: 01-03-2020
From Sean Macgregor's lounge occupied by stoned youths, to three bank robbers en route to the Penrose ANZ, Michael Steven's second collection presents his clear, clean vision of 'the lifers' who inhabit these islands and beyond.A generation's subterranean memories of post-Rogernomics New Zealand are a linking thread, in the decades straddling the millennium, while other poems echo with the ghostly voices of the dead, disappeared and forgotten. Steven's writing neither patronises nor romanticises in its intricate depictions of small worlds of violence, despair, love and struggle. Always it refers back to the redemption of human connection as its magnetic pole.Dawn is a fire show of gold and hot white, blasting the darkness off the isthmus.In two hours, I will land in your city.I am made of atoms and they are dancing.
Author: Michael Steven Publisher: Otago University Press
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 92
Publication Date: 01-03-2020
From Sean Macgregor's lounge occupied by stoned youths, to three bank robbers en route to the Penrose ANZ, Michael Steven's second collection presents his clear, clean vision of 'the lifers' who inhabit these islands and beyond.A generation's subterranean memories of post-Rogernomics New Zealand are a linking thread, in the decades straddling the millennium, while other poems echo with the ghostly voices of the dead, disappeared and forgotten. Steven's writing neither patronises nor romanticises in its intricate depictions of small worlds of violence, despair, love and struggle. Always it refers back to the redemption of human connection as its magnetic pole.Dawn is a fire show of gold and hot white, blasting the darkness off the isthmus.In two hours, I will land in your city.I am made of atoms and they are dancing.
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