American Primitive

This selection of Mary Oliver's poems is rich in imagery about nature and the way that her encounters with animal life provoke thoughts on life and meaning. You can step away from the news and read what Mary Oliver has gleaned through stillness and watching. We need more of this these days. It's a small book but that's fitting for her style of writing; sparse but able to say all that there is to say. I was prompted to buy this because of the poem 'In the pinewoods, crows and owl', which you can find online. If you connect with that poem, then this book is for you,

Brilliant poet.

Really pleased with the service,I had wanted this book for some considerable time, so was thrilled to received it, it's a lovely book aand well worth the read. Would use the company again

This is Mary Oliver's prize winning poetry that really made her famous. It is top class writing.

Absolutist the best!

I am pleased to have discovered Mary Oliver's poetry. Her skill and passion shows clearly. I have enjoyed sitting on the porch, reading her work this summer.

Loved it.💗

I am still in awe at how incredibly moving words can be when they've been expressed through the vision and imagination of such a brilliant poet. Her poems engage your sense of wonder, pulling you in to the moment she was experiencing her inspiration. I truly understand why she is so celebrated, she's absolutely brilliant! 5 STARS all the way!

What a pleasant morning to finish this one. I really enjoyed this earlier collection of Mary Oliver. These are largely nature poems, not as obviously spiritual as some of her later works, but beautiful nonetheless. I'll give American Primitive five stars.