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The collection showcases Robert Hass's poetic evolution, featuring selections from his first five books alongside new works. It includes elegies, reflective notebook musings on storytelling, summer-themed lyrics, and innovative narrative poems that explore personal relationships amid violence. These new pieces offer a fresh lens on his themes, blending lyrical beauty with profound insights, resulting in a rich tapestry of modern poetry that reads like luminous novellas.