Reconstruction

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Reconstruction explores the themes of nostalgia and reconciliation through short narrative poems that reflect on the poet's boyhood in Lynchburg, Virginia. Walter Holland uses vivid lyricism to depict his family's journey from the North to the idyllic landscapes and economic prospects of 1950s Virginia, revealing a complex and flawed past. The collection captures the essence of memory and the longing for a simpler time, providing a poignant reflection on identity and belonging.