What the Living Do: Poems

by Howe, Marie

• ISBN13: 9780393318869
• ISBN10: 0393318869
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780393075908
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-04-17
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

About This Book

What the Living Do: Poems by Marie Howe is a deeply moving collection of poems that explore the intricacies of human life. Published on April 17, 1999, by W. W. Norton & Company, this book has become a staple in educational settings and personal libraries alike.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in literature and poetry courses at the high school and college levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the human experience through poetry, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of literary themes.

History and Editions

"What the Living Do: Poems" has been a part of many literary curricula for over two decades. The book's publication date marks a significant moment in contemporary poetry, as it delves into themes of love, loss, and everyday life with a fierce galloping pace reminiscent of great novels. The poems are informed by the death of a beloved brother, adding a poignant layer to the collection.

Author and Other Works

Marie Howe is a celebrated American poet known for her powerful and evocative writing style. Her work often explores themes of family, love, and mortality. In addition to "What the Living Do: Poems," she has written several other collections, including "The Kingdom of Ordinary Time" and "The Kingdom of Ordinary Time: Poems."

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780393318869
• Paperback: ISBN-10: 0393318869
• eBook: ISBN-13: 9780393318876
• eBook: ISBN-13: 9780393318883

Publication Details

• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Publication Date: April 17, 1999
• Number of Pages: 96
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other specific editions listed, the book's popularity has led to various formats being made available over the years. The above ISBNs cover the primary formats of the book.

Key Features

• Daring and Clear Writing: The poems are known for their daring and clear writing style, making them accessible to a wide range of readers.
• Heartbreaking and Provocative: The collection is both heartbreaking and provocative, offering unforgettable stories of all our lives.
• Compassionate Themes: The poems explore compassionate themes that resonate deeply with readers.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "What the Living Do: Poems," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

The Boy	p. 15
Sixth Grade	p. 16
The Fort	p. 18
From My Father's Side of the Bed	p. 20
Buying the Baby	p. 21
Practicing	p. 23
The Mother	p. 25
In the Movies	p. 26
The Attic	p. 28
Beth	p. 30
The Fruit Cellar	p. 32
The Copper Beech	p. 34
The Game	p. 35
The Girl	p. 37
The Dream	p. 38
For Three Days	p. 41
Just Now	p. 43
A Certain Light	p. 44
How Some of It Happened	p. 46
Rochester, New York, July 1989	p. 48
The Last Time	p. 50
Without Music	p. 51
Pain	p. 52
Faulkner	p. 53
The Promise	p. 54
The Cold Outside	p. 55
The Grave	p. 56
The Gate	p. 58
One of the Last Days	p. 59
Late Morning	p. 63
Wanting a Child	p. 64
Tulips	p. 65
Watching Television	p. 66
The Dream	p. 68
More	p. 69
Separation	p. 70
The Bird	p. 71
Prayer	p. 73
Two or Three Times	p. 75
Reunion	p. 76
The Kiss	p. 77
Yesterday	p. 79
Memorial	p. 80
My Dead Friends	p. 84
The Visit	p. 85
The New Life	p. 86
What the Living Do	p. 89
Buddy	p. 91
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