About the book
“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston Globe
Mary Oliver’s Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet’s relationships to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work. Oliver’s poems begin in the small everyday moments familiar to all dog lovers, but through her extraordinary vision, these observations become higher meditations on the world and our place in it.
Dog Songs includes visits with old friends, like Oliver’s beloved Percy, and introduces still others in poems of love and laughter, heartbreak and grief. Throughout, the many dogs of Oliver’s life merge as fellow travelers and as guides, uniquely able to open our eyes to the lessons of the moment and the joys of nature and connection.
Editions of Dog Songs
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781594204784
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780143125839
- AltFormat
- ISBN 9781594206313
- EBook
- ISBN 9781101638736
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781101975701
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780698175976
Read an Excerpt
“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston Globe
Mary Oliver’s Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet’s relationships to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work. Oliver’s poems begin in the small everyday moments familiar to all dog lovers, but through her extraordinary vision, these observations become higher meditations on the world and our place in it.
Dog Songs includes visits with old friends, like Oliver’s beloved Percy, and introduces still others in poems of love and laughter, heartbreak and grief. Throughout, the many dogs of Oliver’s life merge as fellow travelers and as guides, uniquely able to open our eyes to the lessons of the moment and the joys of nature and connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dog Songs about?
“The popularity of [Dog Songs] feels as inevitable and welcome as a wagging tail upon homecoming.” —The Boston Globe
Mary Oliver’s Dog Songs is a celebration of the special bond between human and dog, as understood through the poet’s relationships to the canines that have accompanied her daily walks, warmed her home, and inspired her work. Oliver’s poems begin in the small everyday moments familiar to all dog lovers, but through her extraordinary vision, these observations become higher meditations on the world and our place in it.
Dog Songs includes visits with old friends, like Oliver’s beloved Percy, and introduces still others in poems of love and laughter, heartbreak and grief. Throughout, the many dogs of Oliver’s life merge as fellow travelers and as guides, uniquely able to open our eyes to the lessons of the moment and the joys of nature and connection.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Dog Songs?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Poetry / Poems
Where can I read a sample of Dog Songs?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781594204784
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Dog Songs?
Mary Oliver
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Dog Songs is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781594204784) and paperback(ISBN 9780143125839) and altformat(ISBN 9781594206313) and ebook(ISBN 9781101638736) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101975701) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780698175976)
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