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In The City in Which I Love You, Li‑Young Lee draws on childhood memories and his relationship with his father, crafting a series of contemplative poems that explore the intersection of the eternal and the temporal. His language is known for its economical yet fluid imagery, and the poems invite readers to listen to the quiet moments that reveal profound beauty and sorrow. The work highlights themes of family, home, loss, exile, and love, and is celebrated for its haunting lyricism and honest self‑reflection.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry
Authors: Li-Young Lee
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