The Long Marriage

Exploring themes of loyalty, longevity, and recovery, this collection features poems that pay tribute to renowned figures such as Wordsworth, Gorki, and Rukeyser. Kumin reflects on her connection to the land, suggesting that her poetry is deeply rooted in her surroundings and personal experiences. The work intertwines the natural world with the reverence for the past, creating a poignant dialogue between the living and the eminent dead.