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DRAGONFLY
In this his first collection of formal poetry, Phillip takes us on a literary journey through our perceptions of life, death, and the images of beauty we forget are all around us every day. By opening the doors and windows of our own inner self, the poet demonstrates that more meaningful perceptions can be attained through reflection on these notions we have of permanence and impermanence. In this poetry book the author has captured many of the 'afflictive resonances' that we are dealing with in this particular time in human history. By reflecting within the words of each poetic piece, We are able to understand the authors perspectives in a very much different mindset than we normally would permit ourselves.
Dragonfly is his first published book of poetry and has poems within its covers that span several decades as well as new works. This creation, Phillip believes, conforms to his perspectives and feelings about our spirituality, mortality, nature, and history. With over eighty compositions, there is likely something to suit any reader who dares enter the marvelous labyrinth of his mind.
Dragonfly is his first published book of poetry and has poems within its covers that span several decades as well as new works. This creation, Phillip believes, conforms to his perspectives and feelings about our spirituality, mortality, nature, and history. With over eighty compositions, there is likely something to suit any reader who dares enter the marvelous labyrinth of his mind.
155 pages, Hardcover
Published June 1, 2023
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About the author
Phillip L. Harrison
6 books4 followersPhillip Harrison was born in Montreal Canada, and was a part of the Anglophone Exodus when his family moved out west to Edmonton in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. He notes that “the move felt ‘a little alien’ to him” for quite some time”, as his mother’s side of the family had been in Quebec for almost four hundred years.
Dragonfly is his first book of published poetry and in it pages, Phillip takes us on a literary journey through our perceptions of life, death, and the images of beauty we forget are all around us every day. By opening the doors and windows of our own inner self, the poet demonstrates that more meaningful perceptions can be attained through reflection on these notions we have of permanence and impermanence. Having worked in both oilfield and manufacturing sectors, instilled an awareness of the problems that these industries are facing.
Dragonfly is his first book of published poetry and in it pages, Phillip takes us on a literary journey through our perceptions of life, death, and the images of beauty we forget are all around us every day. By opening the doors and windows of our own inner self, the poet demonstrates that more meaningful perceptions can be attained through reflection on these notions we have of permanence and impermanence. Having worked in both oilfield and manufacturing sectors, instilled an awareness of the problems that these industries are facing.
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March 17, 2024
Wonderfully Organized and Great Format!
I really liked how the book was organized in alphabetical order. It was a refreshing change from other poetry books that I have read. Reading each poem flowed nicely in this format. The poems were enjoyable and rereading each one brought new perspectives. A great read for this genre!
I really liked how the book was organized in alphabetical order. It was a refreshing change from other poetry books that I have read. Reading each poem flowed nicely in this format. The poems were enjoyable and rereading each one brought new perspectives. A great read for this genre!
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