Devotions: The Selected Poems of Mary Oliver
Why I recommend it
Mary Oliver’s poems invite us to slow down and look closely at the living world. This is a lovely collection to open a page at a time.
What stayed with me
Paying attention can be an act of love. The poems make room for wonder without turning away from grief.
Who it’s useful for
Oliver fans and people who think poetry isn’t for them.
A tension or limitation
The plain language can make it tempting to read quickly. Give the poems a little time.