Description
Gilbert seeks both to elegize her husband and to understand his death in public, political, and philosophical contexts. Ghost Volcano is a tender, courageous, loving, and ultimately universal account of how we endure grief.
About the Author
Sandra M. Gilbert is a distinguished literary critic and poet. Together with Susan Gubar, she was awarded the Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award from the NBCC. She lives in Berkeley, California.
Reviews
"This widow's walk is full of . . . moments of great beauty." -- Library Journal
"Vulnerable, bitter and courageous, Gilbert confronts grief directly-and endures." -- Publishers Weekly
"These visionary, brilliant poems merit every honor. They are in the realm of great art." -- Ruth Stone
Book Information
ISBN 9780393314472
Author Sandra M. Gilbert
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 149g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 140mm * 10mm