Discover the evocative beauty of 'Tumble,' the second poetry collection by award-winning poet Joanna Preston, published by Otago University Press. This stunning paperback features 88 pages meticulously crafted to take you on a lyrical journey. With dimensions of 148 x 210 mm, 'Tumble' seamlessly blends traditional forms of poetry with innovative free verse, immersing you in themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the human experience. Joanna Preston’s bold voice transports readers from the depths of the ocean to the peaks of existence, weaving stories of Viking raids, fallen angels, and the everyday wonders of life, ensuring a captivating reading experience. Whether you’re a poetry aficionado or a newcomer eager to explore the world of contemporary literature, 'Tumble' offers rich imagery and profound insights that resonate long after the last page is turned. Perfect for gifts or personal collections, this poetic masterpiece enhances any bookshelf. Shop with confidence, knowing that we provide combined shipping options to save you on costs. As a proud NZ-owned business located in Auckland, we maintain stock locally to eliminate unexpected import charges or customs duties. Experience the magic of Joanna Preston's 'Tumble' today and embark on a literary voyage like no other.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm
Pages: 88
Bind: paperback
Author: Joanna Preston Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 15-11-2021

She gripped lightly with her knees, as she’d been taught. She didn’t want wings. She wanted to fly on the thunder of hooves, feel muscles surging beneath her. The word in her head, matching stride – free-ee-dom, free-ee-dom, free-ee-dom – as she bent low over the withers, pressing her cheek against the finial’s neck, her own hair a mane, streaming wild in the wind. – From the poem ‘Silks’ This remarkable second collection by award-winning poet Joanna Preston charts a course for the journey from child to woman. Her bold and original voice swoops the reader from the ocean depths to the roof of the world, from nascent saints, Viking raids and fallen angels to talking cameras and an astronaut in space. Always, the human heartbeat is at stake, as Preston explores love, loss, longing and lust – how we stumble, how we soar. tumble is a beautifully crafted collection that traverses traditional forms, the lyric and free verse. It is earthy and embodied, while at the same time woven through with myth and magical realism.

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