One Day I Am A Field

Even the grass grieves in Amy Small-McKinney's heart wrenchingly honest collection of deeply felt wounds and the kinds of courage needed to face such traumas. In One Day I Am a Field, Small-McKinney, whose "body is a blade", "etches absence" from what beauty remains of her shrinking world. After the loss of her husband, suffering incredible grief, she must find a way to honor his memory while also redefining herself. A rich testament to the power of love and the human spirit, these poems paint an intimate portrait of tragedy, tenderness, identity, and the ever-present need for empathy. Small-McKinney showcases a true talent for imbuing the smallest details with authenticity and layered meanings. Overflowing with vivid and accessible language, One Day I Am a Field is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally engaging, written with clear eyes and an open, curious heart. I dare anyone to read these poems and not be moved. - John Sibley Williams, author of As One Fire Consumes Another

Author: Amy Small-McKinney

Publisher: Glass Lyre Press

Publication Date: Mar 01, 2022

Number of Pages: 54 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 1941783848

ISBN-13: 9781941783849