Dog Songs: Poems

Why I recommend it

Mary Oliver writes about the joy of sharing a life with dogs, including the aging and loss that come with loving them. And if you really know me, you know I love my dogs and cats as members of my family, because that’s exactly what they are.

What stayed with me

Dogs bring us back to what’s happening right now. There’s a lot to learn from that.

Who it’s useful for

Dog people and anyone who loves Mary Oliver.

A tension or limitation

For a broader introduction to Oliver’s poetry, try a larger collection. This one’s for the dogs.