First published 1977
Gerald Clarke presents a collection of poems that moves between personal reflection and broader observations of the world. The title poem "Airling" anchors the volume with its exploration of flight and freedom, while surrounding pieces examine themes of belonging, displacement, and the search for meaning in everyday moments. Clarke's voice shifts from intimate confession to social commentary, creating a dialogue between the individual self and the larger community. The poems range from brief lyrical moments to longer narrative pieces, each contributing to an overall meditation on what it means to find one's place in the world. The collection captures both the weight of personal history and the possibility of transformation through language and memory.
Genres: 20th-century, poetry, 21st-century
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, transformation
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
80 pages · Unknown Binding · Golden Quill Press