Dog Songs: Poems for Dog Lovers

"The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming," remarks The Boston Globe. Mary Oliver's Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet's relationships to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work.

Through her extraordinary vision, Oliver's poems transform the small everyday moments familiar to all dog lovers into higher meditations on the world and our place in it. Dog Songs includes visits with old friends, like Oliver's beloved Percy, and introduces still others in poems of love and laughter, heartbreak and grief.

Throughout the collection, the many dogs of Oliver's life merge as fellow travelers and as guides, uniquely able to open our eyes to the lessons of the moment and the joys of nature and connection. Oliver's observations become extraordinary, as she allows her readers to experience the world through the eyes of her canine companions.

The poems in Dog Songs capture the essence of the human-dog relationship, with all its complexities and simplicities. Oliver's deep understanding of the unique perspectives and experiences of dogs shines through, reminding us of the profound insights we can gain from these loyal, loving creatures.

Whether you are a lifelong dog lover or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the natural world, Dog Songs is a poetic journey that will touch your heart and open your mind. Through Oliver's masterful words, we are invited to see the world anew, with all the wonder and wisdom that our canine friends can offer.

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