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The Summer of Dead Birds is a deeply personal anthology that examines the raw edges of grief and everyday reality. Ali Liebegott’s poems weave themes of mourning, survival, and isolation, often anchored by a solitary dog that symbolizes steadfast companionship. Throughout the work, the recurring motif of dead birds serves as a meditation on mortality and the fleeting nature of existence. In each concise passage, the poet invites readers to find meaning in seemingly ordinary details, illuminating how ordinary encounters can guide one through the storm of loss.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Ali Liebegott
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