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A second book of poetry by the author of "Love Medicine", "The Beet Queen" and "Tracks"
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Louise Erdrich, the award-winning author behind bestselling novels such as Love Medicine, The Beet Queen, and Tracks, brings her remarkable narrative voice to her second collection of poetry, Baptism of Desire. This deeply evocative volume delves into themes of faith, redemption, and the search for spiritual renewal, offering readers a profound and intimate exploration of the human spirit.
In Baptism of Desire, Erdrich employs the Roman Catholic concept of the "baptism of desire" as a thematic cornerstone, referring to the spiritual regeneration one might experience through a profound leap of faith. This baptism, be it by blood, water, or desire, signifies an essential means of salvation in the Catholic tradition, and Erdrich poetically expands on this idea to explore acts of redemption and the mysterious ways in which grace touches our lives.
Erdrich's poetry in this collection is marked by her distinctive ability to find the perfect word and craft fresh, yet absolutely resonant metaphors. Her language is both profound and accessible, inviting readers into a rich tapestry of imagery and emotion. Through her poems, Erdrich captures the complexities of human experience, the pain, the longing, and the moments of unexpected joy and connection.
Readers will find themselves entranced by Erdrich’s unique capacity to blend the sacred and the everyday, revealing the transcendent within the ordinary. Baptism of Desire not only showcases Erdrich's exceptional literary talent but also offers a moving meditation on the nature of belief, the struggles of the soul, and the enduring quest for meaning in a chaotic world.
This collection is an essential read for admirers of Erdrich’s fiction, as well as for those who appreciate thoughtful, sensitive, and beautifully rendered poetry. Baptism of Desire affirms Louise Erdrich’s place as one of the most visionary and articulate voices in contemporary literature.
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Baptism of Desire by Louise Erdrich is praised for its powerful depiction of the broad stages of women's lives, weaving traditional religious imagery with everyday moments. Reviewers highlight Erdrich's graceful narrative and significant voice, underlined by an instinctive acceptance of life's mysteries.
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ISBN: 9780060920449
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 December 1990
Country: United States
Imprint: HarperPerennial
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 3.0mm
Width: 150.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 150g
Pages: 96
About the Author
Louise Erdrich is a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and is the author of many bestselling and critically acclaimed novels. She lives in Minnesota with her family, where she runs an independent bookstore, The Birchbark House. You can visit her online at www.louiseerdrichbooks.com.
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