This poem by Linda Hogan explores the theme of spirituality through imagery of Native afterlife mythology.
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CLEAR ALL
The discipline of poetry is in overhearing yourself say difficult truths from which it is impossible to retreat.
"The lowest trees have tops..."--William Shakespeare
Poet David Whyte reads his original poem titled “The Lightest Touch” about the physical act of writing poetry. He reads it at the discussion he had with Krista Tippett, hosted by Cambridge Forum.
David Whyte provides a short practice from his audio program, Clear Mind, Wild Heart.
David Whyte recites his own poem Start Close In.
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This is David Whyte’s second book of poetry, now in its 6th printing.