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These poems about nature, action, community, and perseverance offer a poetic light in the world's darkness. Fused together by formal rhymes and structures, these verses possess a deep, exuberant musicality. Some poems serve as reminders that "Communication, in communities, has to be recorded, in a sense." Other ones, like "Learn from Teachers," remind the book's audience that teachers exist literally and metaphorically, and that life and experience are the greatest educators. In other poems, cities hum and thrive, pain lingers, dreams come true, fears are conquered, and most importantly, life continues. A few poems even offer clear life advice, such as "Adapt, to make, happiness," a sentiment individuals can easily carry with them as a daily reminder.
The poems in this book are a testament to the power and necessity of observing everyday events and interactions. Thus, the poems also testify to the importance of poetry as a record of and preservation method for individuals, their communities, and the events that shape their existences. Many of the verses read as though they could be spoken-word pieces, which adds to their songfulness and to their artistry. For those who appreciate rhyming poetry, this book will satisfy their desire for wordplay and sound effects. For those who are new to poetry, this collection will be easily accessible. These poems provide a linguistic, existential, and sonic journey that quickly invites readers into the speaker's life and world and asks them to pause, to sit for a while, and to contemplate life's inner workings.