Vuong’s first novel, “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous,” is set to come out June 4.Īda Limón’s grasp of place, her quiet revelations, and her flowing, narrative style make her work relatable. Try his poem “Someday I’ll Love Ocean Vuong” or his essay “A Letter to My Mother That She Will Never Read” in the New Yorker. Vuong’s collection “Night Sky with Exit Wounds” is a great place to start for anyone who wants to start reading poetry. Through striking images and beautiful language, Vietnamese-American poet Ocean Vuong explores his family history, the effects of war and trauma, and the complicated dynamics of love. Here are five living poets worthy of your attention. However, there’s a whole generation of writers out there creating work, right now. From looking at course syllabi alone, one might believe that poetry can only be written by people who have been dead for 50 years.
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