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Heure Bleue: An Exploration of Time, Memory, and Loss by Elisa Gabbert

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Heure Bleue is a collection of poems that explores the nature of time, memory, and loss. The poems are written in a clear and concise style, and they often use aphoristic language. Gabbert's poems are insightful and moving, and they offer a unique perspective on the human experience.

L' Heure Bleue

by Elisa Gabbert

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	96 pages

The title of the collection, Heure Bleue, is a French term that refers to the twilight hours, when the sky is neither light nor dark. This liminal space is often associated with a sense of nostalgia and longing, and it is the perfect setting for Gabbert's poems, which explore the ways in which we remember and forget the past.

One of the most striking things about Gabbert's poems is their use of language. She has a gift for finding the perfect word or phrase to express a complex emotion or idea. Her poems are full of beautiful and evocative imagery, and they often linger in the reader's mind long after they have been read.

Heure Bleue is a powerful and moving collection of poems that will resonate with readers of all ages. Gabbert's insights into the human condition are both profound and compassionate, and her poems offer a unique perspective on the nature of time, memory, and loss.

Praise for Heure Bleue

"Heure Bleue is a stunning collection of poems that explore the nature of time, memory, and loss. Gabbert's poems are insightful and moving, and they offer a unique perspective on the human experience." - The New York Times

"Gabbert's poems are full of beautiful and evocative imagery, and they often linger in the reader's mind long after they have been read." - The Washington Post

"Heure Bleue is a powerful and moving collection of poems that will resonate with readers of all ages. Gabbert's insights into the human condition are both profound and compassionate, and her poems offer a unique perspective on the nature of time, memory, and loss." - The Guardian

About the Author

Elisa Gabbert is an American poet. She is the author of three collections of poetry, including Heure Bleue. Gabbert's work has been praised for its clarity, precision, and emotional depth. She is a recipient of the Whiting Award and the National Book Foundation's 5 Under 35 award.

L' Heure Bleue

by Elisa Gabbert

4.8 out of 5