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Fireflies at Absolute Zero presents a lyrical journey through the life of its author, intertwining personal history, myth, and sensuality. Drawing on Gaelic poetic traditions and the stark beauty of the Salish Sea, the poems move from the snow-laden Hoh rainforest to intimate moments of longing, capturing the surreal space between dream and wakefulness. The collection frames the Pacific Northwest’s mountain and water landscapes as a living backdrop for the exploration of identity, desire, and personal evolution.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Erynn Rowan Laurie
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