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Optimism Blues: Poems Selected and New [Paperback]

Michael Mcirvin (Author)


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December 18, 2002
Poetry. "Michael McIrvin's analysis of the modern American psyche is far beyond almost any other living U.S. poet. His poems are among the best informed and most intelligent you'll find. In fact, McIrvin's vision quest and its resultant insights into the complexities of human nature and the natural world exceed what most poets can ever hope to achieve"--Leonard Cirino.

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Michael McIrvin's analysis of the modern American Psyche is far beyond almost any other living U.S. poet. -- Leonard Cirino, 2002

Michael McIrvin's poetry won't compromise its dark vision because his dream is "the salvation of the world." -- Sharon Doubiago, 2002

Michael McIrvin's power, clarity, and compassion assure Optimism Blues a secure place in twentieth century literature. -- Simon Perchik, 2002

About the Author

Michael McIrvin is the author of five books of poetry, Whither American Poetry, a collection of essays, and Deja Vu and the Phone Sex Queen, a novel.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 152 pages
  • Publisher: Cedar Hill Publications (December 18, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1891812378
  • ISBN-13: 978-1891812378
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,734,706 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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