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Kingfisher Blues : Poems

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Overview

At the intersection of alcoholism and recovery, Kingfisher Blues brings an unflinching eye and raw wit to one man's battle with addiction. Alternating between meditations on the natural world and gritty snapshots of the county jail, rehab center, and people who occupy these spaces with him--from strippers to soldiers--Reece ruminates on the thin line between life and death. Evocative and unfiltered, Kingfisher Blues weaves his experiences of Montana prairies, Kentucky woods, and Cumberland creeks into stories shared with neighbors, ancestors, former friends, and enduring partners.

These intensely personal yet universal poems boldly confront demons and deities while remaining skeptical about either's existence. By conveying the despair--and serenity--found in the loneliness of the woods and seeking self-acceptance in the face of ugly truths, this collection offers a visceral encounter with the intertwined forces of nature, human struggle, and redemption.

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Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781950564507
  • ISBN-10: 1950564509
  • Publisher: Fireside Industries
  • Publish Date: November 2024
  • Dimensions: 8.52 x 5.57 x 0.35 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.35 pounds
  • Page Count: 112

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