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The LabyrinthDiscover 'The Labyrinth,' a profound literary masterpiece by Amanda Lohrey that delves into the complexities of motherhood, guilt, and artistic expression. Set against the serene backdrop of a quaint hamlet on the south east coast of Australia, this trade paperback, published by The Text Publishing Company, invites readers into the tumultuous life of Erica Marsden. After her son, an artist, faces imprisonment for homicidal negligence, Erica retreats
Discover 'The Labyrinth,' a profound literary masterpiece by Amanda Lohrey that delves into the complexities of motherhood, guilt, and artistic expression. Set against the serene backdrop of a quaint hamlet on the south-east coast of Australia, this trade paperback, published by The Text Publishing Company, invites readers into the tumultuous life of Erica Marsden. After her son, an artist, faces imprisonment for homicidal negligence, Erica retreats into emotional isolation, severing ties with her family and friends. In her quiet, rundown shack, she immerses herself in a compelling obsession: creating a labyrinth by the ocean. This metaphorical journey through guilt and denial reflects the strained dynamics between parents and children, illustrating the powerful duality of art as both a destructive force and a means of healing. With 256 pages of evocative storytelling, 'The Labyrinth' invites you to explore themes of trust, loss, and the search for redemption. Enhance your literary collection with this brand-new edition, ISBN 9781922330109, and experience the profound insights of Amanda Lohrey as she weaves a narrative that is both hypnotic and deeply moving.Shipping Notes
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★★★★★ 5
Gets the Creative Juices Flowing
Format: Paperback
I picked up this book after hearing Kim Addonizio give a reading at my college when I was an undergraduate. Creative Writing and poetry were my areas of emphasis and although we used a different textbook in my poetry class, I came to love this one. It won't give you the formal training in meter and poetic forms that another textbook might, but I love the examples and the prompts for inspiration. It's my favorite book to turn to when I feel the creative well is running dry. It's warm and funny and you feel a real presence from the authors as if you have teachers with you. I haven't met Dorianne Laux, but I have chatted with Kim Addonizio twice after readings and she was lovely. (Her readings are fantastic, by the way, and I highly recommend them!)
If you are familiar with Kim Addonizio'ss poems then you shouldn't be surprised to find a section on erotic poetry in this book. Erotic poems have a long tradition in poetry and they are not "porn" as one reviewer suggested. Sexuality and sensuality are part of life and the artistic expression of such is a special skill set. I think it's fantastic that this book doesn't sensor that.
I love the examples chosen for this book--many beautiful, contemporary poems that utilize vivid and unexpected imagery. I find them inspiring. They make me want to write and they make me want to be a better writer.
I do believe that if you are a beginner or if you are considering this book as a textbook for a class you should consider it as a supplement to a book that goes into a little more depth in certain areas, such as Writing Poems (see if you can get an older edition, if you are lucky, as I see this book has become quite expensive). But this is a fantastic little book and I love having both a hard copy to underline and put notes in and a Kindle copy to keep with me on my phone so I can have a little inspiration with me for easy access.
No matter where you are in your journey as a poet, I believe this is a wonderful book to have in your library.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Received brand new book in perfect condition for less than ten dollars
Format: Paperback
Received brand new book in perfect condition for less than ten dollars. I needed this exact book for a creative writing course and I enjoy the exercises within the different sections. They are very thought provoking and creativity stimulating and would be excellent inspiration for any poetic or even descriptive writer. Also, I find the writing style of the author amazingly easy to read. It is simple and straightforward, easy to follow and not boring as some other texts are. The tone is inspirational honestly, always providing tips and writing encouragement. This is a nice positive twist and delightful different perspective for aspiring writers and though it sounds to be directed at amateurs, I think any author who may experience writer's block at times could find this useful and full of insight to try out fresh perspectives to pen about topics that may be applied to a broad range of subjects. Quality informative and yet uplifting text regarding poetic writing!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2017
★★★★★ 5
Practical, Useful, Down to Earth, Inspiring!
Format: Paperback
I love this book. After reading the first chapter early one morning I went outside to feed and water my cats and came in and wrote a poem about flowing water, tangled morning glories and memories of my mother. It's one of the most inspiring, practical and encouraging books about writing poetry that I've ever read, and trust me, I've read them all. It has technical information and poems to illustrate each chapter, which is very helpful. The suggestions at the end of each chapter are down to earth and do-able, unlike some books that are just too high-minded for the average person. If you love to write poems and just need some inspiration and a little advice and encouragement, then definitely buy this book. It's worth its weight in gold!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2005
★★★★★ 4
Took me by surprise 😮
Format: Paperback
The revised part of my review:
I do agree with a reviewer; Thomas "Should Have Been Better" Especially his paragraph here: [Unless (like the authors) you think that Sharon Olds' "passing blood and feces and water" and her "stool black with iron pills" (page 234) are high points in the world of modern poetry, you may resist their suggestion to "read all five of her books, for pleasure first, of course, but secondly to examine how she goes about her difficult task" (page 47).]
As I have read more, I am reevaluating my own opinions of this book. I still feel it has been helpful, although much of it I would have preferred to have never read! Poor choice of examples to a student indeed!
This, is my original review:
I thought it was going to be a bunch of lame assignments, well there definitely are some assignments so to speak. I haven't even made it through half of the 1st chapter and I've written 6 or 7 new reflections (which some call poetry)! It digs deep, at least it did for me...pretty personal when you open yourself up to it. Good challenge and good lessons to glean from and grow as a writer. I still plan on keeping this around, probably with a few pages removed.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Arrived in good condition
Format: Paperback
Arrived in good condition
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Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2026
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