{"title":"Patrick Rosal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatrick Rosal\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts deeply evocative works that bridge the personal and the universal, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and the complexities of contemporary life. His writing is celebrated for its lyrical intensity and keen cultural insight, making his books a compelling choice for readers drawn to thought-provoking arts and culture literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the poignant reflections found in \u003cem\u003eThe Last Thing\u003c\/em\u003e to other insightful compositions, Rosal’s work invites readers into a richly textured world where poetic expression illuminates broader human experiences. His voice offers a fresh and resonant perspective within modern literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-last-thing-by-patrick-rosal-9780892555680","title":"The Last Thing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor nearly two decades, Patrick Rosal has been one of the most beloved and admired poets in the United States, bringing together the most dynamic aspects of literary and performance poetry. The son of Filipino immigrants (his father was a lapsed Catholic priest), he has made a life of bridging worlds—literary, ethnic, national, spiritual—through his poetry, and has been recognised with some of the highest honours and countless devoted readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Last Thing: New \u0026amp; Selected Poems\u003c\/em\u003e gives us a substantial playlist of new work—hard-hitting and big-hearted—along with ample selections from his first four books. Bursting with music, infused with love and awe, this is essential reading from a poet of vigour and conscience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461581455596,"sku":"9780892555680","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780892555680-the-last-thing.jpg?v=1774971988"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/patrick-rosal.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}