The Hawk

This Unusual Book Consists Of A Long Narrative Poem Followed By A Selection Of New Short Poems. The Title Poem Is Exceptional In Its Form And In Its Wide Scope And Range Weaving Together Images Of A Life Dream-Like Narrative Scenes Into A Lyrical Story. Its Protagonist Is A Complex Man Of The Northwest Woods Whose Life Is Played Out For Him In A Fantastical Adventure. The Hawk Sets The Tone For The Set Of Short Poems Of A More Conventional And Reflective Form That Follow. This Small Volume Is An Adventure In The Art Of Poetry Through Pictures Of Struggle And Memory An Affection For The Land And A Search For Meaning And The Future.