Discover 'Naming The Beasts,' an evocative poetry collection by Elizabeth Morton, published by Otago University Press. This captivating paperback, measuring 150 x 230 mm, delves into the complexities of existence through the lens of various creatures. In this compelling anthology, wild and urban landscapes intertwine, bringing forth an intricate exploration of pain, love, and ecological challenges. Each poem embodies a transformative 'I,' whether depicted as a wolf or a waterbuck, poignantly capturing the haunting realities of our environment. As the flames of devastation rise, Morton's vivid imagery—encompassing hoof, hide, fang, and gut—brings to life the resilience of nature amidst destruction. With its lyrical depth, 'Naming The Beasts' offers readers a striking balance of despair and hope. Perfect for anyone who appreciates contemporary poetry, this collection invites you to venture into a world where beauty persists alongside sorrow. Experience the power of ecological poetry that reflects our shared struggles and illuminates the path toward healing. Order now for fast delivery, ensuring your poetic journey begins without delay.

Naming The Beasts
Author: Elizabeth Morton Publisher: Otago University Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm

Publication Date: 15-07-2022
Naming the Beasts is a menagerie of poems about the gnarlier aspects of being a creature of this world. Within these pages wilderness and suburbia collide. The ‘I’ in these poems takes many forms: a wolf, a waterbuck, a bird ‘stuck circling the carnage’. Whether soaring above or prowling through the neighbourhood, Morton’s beasts bear witness to an unremitting vision of pain and ecological damage. As the flames climb higher, the beasts in this collection are left to wander and live out their lives. There is love and loneliness, passivity and rage. Yet there is always hope. Hoof and hide, fang and gut, these images and insights are those of an artist in a war zone intent on chronicling beauty in a world that’s falling apart. Morton’s poems take a bite out of the world around us, as they explore reality through the vitality and immersiveness of their imaginative powers.