Jill Bialosky Livres

Draws on the poet's experiences of childhood and adolescence, of childbirth and death, of motherhood, love and sexuality.

Exploring the interplay between desire and creativity, this collection of poems delves into the perils of eros and the transformative power of art. Acclaimed poet Jill Bialosky crafts verses that resonate with emotional depth, likening their intensity to the precision of violin concertos. The work offers a poignant reflection on the complexities of passion and artistic expression.

The narrative follows Edward Darby, a man seemingly at the peak of his life with a fulfilling career and family. However, his ideals are tested when betrayal from a celebrated artist and the re-emergence of a past love threaten to unravel his marriage and career. As he grapples with the complexities of ambition, fidelity, and the art world’s darker sides, Edward confronts the fragility of his life and the essence of a meaningful existence. The story offers a profound exploration of personal and artistic integrity amid the relentless pressures of success.

This book-length sequence by the critically acclaimed poet is a seeker's story, revealing personal and historical traumas and how we search for understanding and meaning in their wake. In Asylum, poet Jill Bialosky embarks on a Virgilian journey, building a narrative sequence from 103 elegant poems and prose sections that cohere in their intensity and their need to explore darkness and sustenance both. Taken together, these piercing pieces--about her nascent calling as a writer; her sister's suicide and its still unfolding aftermath; the horror unleashed by World War II; the life cycle of the monarch butterfly; and the woods where she seeks asylum--form a moving story, powerfully braiding despair, survival, and hope. Bialosky considers the oppositions that govern us: our reason and unreason, our need to preserve and destruct. "What are words when they meet the action of what they attempt to modify?" she asks, exploring the possible salve of language in the face of pain and grief. What Asylum delivers is a form of hard-won grace and an awareness of the cost of extreme violence, inexplicable loss, and the miraculous cycles of life, in work that carries Bialosky's art to a new level of urgency and achievement.

Set against the backdrop of Paris, Eleanor Cahn grapples with her suppressed passions while presenting a paper on Anna Karenina. As her past relationships with ethereal William, troubled painter Adam, and devoted husband Michael resurface, Eleanor faces a tumultuous attraction to a new man upon returning to New York. This compelling narrative explores the conflict between responsibility and desire, revealing a multifaceted heroine caught between her established life and the allure of her unfulfilled passions.

Exploring the intricate interplay of art and myth, this narrative delves into themes of desire and betrayal. The story unfolds through rich character development and vivid imagery, drawing readers into a world where passion and deception collide. As the plot thickens, the characters navigate complex relationships that challenge their ambitions and beliefs, making for a compelling and thought-provoking read. Jill Bialosky's storytelling captivates with its emotional depth and artistic insight.

A lyrical and compassionate analysis of a family, of loss, and of love.

A New York Times Bestselling AuthorFor Jill Bialosky, certain poems stand out like signposts at pivotal moments in a life: love, loss, marriage, birth, death, tragedy. Her unconventional and inventive coming-of-age memoir is organized around forty-three of these remarkable poems. Bialosky's personal stories animate each poem, illuminating the ways in which poetry can be a blueprint for living.

Exploring the intricate dynamics of familial bonds, this collection delves into the relationships between mothers and their children, highlighting how these connections evolve and influence subsequent generations. Through poignant themes of love, loss, and legacy, the poet examines the profound impact of these relationships over time, offering a deeply resonant reflection on the ties that bind us.