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Nocturnal by Wilder Poetry is a captivating exploration of the night, weaving together themes of love, nature, and the cosmos. Through a lyrical journey of self-discovery and reflection, the book invites readers to find beauty in the quiet moments and embrace the mystery that the darkness holds. This collection of poetry and prose is a celebration of the night and all its wonders.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to the enchanting interplay between nature and the human spirit through poetry. Its evocative language and vivid imagery offer a soothing escape, inviting readers to explore themes of night-time wonder, introspection, and emotional depth. Perfect for those who appreciate lyrical expressions of art and culture.

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The poems of Nocturnal – newly revised and expanded – are constellations to guide those on a journey of healing and self-discovery, no matter how dark the night.

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From @wilderpoetry comes a heavily expanded revised edition of Nocturnal, a collection of poetry and beautifully illustrated black-and-white imagery inspired by darkened days and sleepless nights. Poetry meets presentation in each of the four sections ("Dusk," "Northern Lights," "Howl," "Lucid Dreams,"), which trace the author's continuing journey of self-discovery while illuminating a path for others along the way.

Ink stains, landscapes, dreamlike animals, blackened pages, and textured spreads create a multifaceted reading experience. And true to the moniker, these poems are linked by a motif of "the wild."

Celebrating the art of self-love poetry with both word and image, Nocturnal will leave readers comforted, curious, and inspired to explore the world around them.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781524850968

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 176

About the Author

I am an open window. Tangled sheets at 1am.
I count stars instead of sheep and dream with my eyes open. It’s how I know that I’ll always remember them.
My creative journey began as a child when I used to paint the sky on the back of my hands so the folded paper cranes on my bedroom floor had a reason to come to life. I was born a dreamer and 33 years later, I still am.
I arrived a writer because my heart and body was creatively broken. I felt I had failed a relationship with my artistic expression, but looking back I realise this was meant to be part of my story. I longed for a different outlet – I found it and haven't let go.
My words are not just for me.
They are for you.
They are for all of us.
When you are home, then I am, too.

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