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Elisa Gonzalez's thrilling debut makes one “feel as if poems have never before been written” (Louise Glück). Grand Tour, the debut collection of poetry by Elisa Gonzalez, dramatizes the mind in motion as it grapples with something more than an event: she writes of a whole life, to transcendent effect. By the end, we feel we have been witness to a poet remaking herself.
Gonzalez’s poetry depicts the fullness of living. There are the small moments: “white wine greening in a glass,” trumpet blossoms “panicking across the garden.” Some poems adopt the oracular quality of a parable but invariably refuse a clear moral. The poet moves through elegy, romantic and sexual encounters, family history, and place—Cyprus, Puerto Rico, Poland, Ohio—all constellated in “a chaos of faraway.” The collection is held together less by answers than by a persistent question: How doe you reconcile a hatred for the world’s pain with a love for that same world, which is indivisible from its worst aspects? Gonzalez’s poems draw us nearer to our own aliveness, its fragility and sustaining questions. “Since I do love the world,” she says, she keeps writing, inviting us to accompany her as she searches.
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Discover the power of words with Grand Tour: Poems, the captivating debut collection by Elisa Gonzalez. Enter a world where poetry transcends ordinary events and delves into the very essence of life itself. Experience the magic as the author redefines herself and leads you on a journey of self-discovery. Louise Glück praises this collection, stating that it will make you "feel as if poems have never before been written."
In Grand Tour, Gonzalez paints vivid pictures of the true depth of living. From the subtle moments of sipping white wine that transforms before your eyes to the trumpet blossoms dancing across a garden, these poems capture the essence of the human experience. With a masterful blend of parable-like narratives and a refusal to conform to clear moral boundaries, every poem invites you to ponder the complexities of life.
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Gonzalez's words as she explores themes of love, loss, family history, and the sense of place. Whether she takes you to the shores of Cyprus, the vibrant streets of Puerto Rico, the landscapes of Poland, or the nostalgic corners of Ohio, you'll be transported to worlds both familiar and faraway. Each verse adds a unique perspective to a persistent question: how can one reconcile love for a world filled with pain? As Gonzalez searches for answers, she unearths profound insights into our own existence.
Experience the beauty and fragility of life through the eyes of Elisa Gonzalez. Grand Tour: Poems will ignite your passion for the written word and remind you of the profound impact it can have on our lives. Join Gonzalez on this transformative journey as she invites you to explore the depths of your own emotions, your own questions, and your own aliveness. Don't miss out on this extraordinary literary experience. Order Grand Tour: Poems now and embark on a poetic adventure like no other.
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