First published 2018
In "Oceanic," award-winning poet Aimee Nezhukumatathil guides readers on a lyrical journey through the natural world. From the verdant forest floor to the boundless sea, her poems brim with vivid imagery and tender observation. Nezhukumatathil's keen eye reveals the hidden beauty and wisdom in flowers, creatures, and the elements, inviting us to witness the world anew. At the core of this collection lies a moving exploration of identity, belonging, and the profound connections that bind us to the earth and one another.
Genres: nature, american-fiction, poetry, 21st-century, academic
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: found-family
Setting: Oceanic
Period: 21st-century
80 pages · Paperback · Copper Canyon Press