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Published: 05/04/2018
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I go down to the shore in the morning

and depending on the hour the waves

are rolling in or moving out,

and I say, oh, I am miserable,

what shall-

what should I do? And the sea says

in its lovely voice:

Excuse me, I have work to do.

Whether studying the leaves of a tree or mourning her treasured dog Percy, Mary Oliver is beautifully open to the teachings contained within the smallest of moments. In A Thousand Mornings she explores, with startling clarity, humour and kindness, the mysteries of our daily experience.

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
ISBN: 9781472153760
Number of pages: 96
Weight: 93 g
Dimensions: 196 x 124 x 18 mm


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Mary Oliver's poetry is fine and deep it reads like a blessing. Her special gift is to connect us with our sources in the natural world, its beauties and terrors and mysteries and consolations. - Stanley KunitzThe gift of Oliver's poetry is that she communicates the beauty she finds in the world and makes it unforgettable. - Miami HeraldOliver's poems are thoroughly convincing - as genuine, moving and implausible as the first caressing breeze of spring. - New York Times Book ReviewMary Oliver teaches us the profound act of paying attention - a living wonder that makes it possible to appreciate all the others. - Boston Globe

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“Mary oliver works her magic again”

Mary's poems are so thoughtful, poignant and uplifting. I read them over again and again and never tire of them. I too enjoy walking through woods and Mary makes you realise just what riches are to be found if... More

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“Refreshing and Rejuvenating”

I can’t say much about this other than I think it is one of the most refreshing, rejuvenating poetry collections you could ever read. Mary Oliver can do no wrong, and this short but brilliant selection of her poems... More

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