Against Breaking: On the Power of Poetry

Against Breaking: On the Power of Poetry24th Poet Laureate of the United States Ada Limn inspires us to see poetry as much more than just wordsbut also as a powerful force for healing, a call to action, and a vibrant celebration of humanitys many voices. Ada Limncelebrated poet laureate and 2023 MacArthur fellowtakes us on an inspiring journey into a world where poetry is both a soothing balm for the soul and a spark for transformation. With her blend of accessible yet profound prose, Limn

It’s the secret that Elizabeth is his daughter

acutely aware of the difference between what is knowable and what is not

Greg’s hapless adventures include handing out anonymous valentines expressing his true feelings (“Dear James

his pose narrative and lyric

When she breaks a cardinal rule—“don’t call the cops”—her decision ensnares a community and brings unmanageable grief to a mother

Galaxy “Alex” Stern is the most unlikely member of Yale’s freshman class

tracing a marriage back in time to uncover the dark secret at its heart

when newly democratic Croatia was alive with hope and promise

the book’s wisdom

and the fragile peace she has found to be with a woman she loved long ago

And the possibilities have all her neurons firing

being too brainwashed and fearful to attempt to escape