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Drunks and Other Poems of Recovery
Drunks and Other Poems of Recovery serves as a heartfelt homage to the individuals who were instrumental in Jack McCarthy's journey towards redemption.
Among these compositions, McCarthy's poignant poem "Drunks" has transcended boundaries, achieving worldwide acclaim as it spreads across recovery platforms. It stands as a beacon of understanding and empathy for those navigating the tumultuous path of conquering alcoholism. Through Drunks and Other Poems of Recovery , Jack McCarthy leaves behind an enduring legacy, a testament to the transformative power of human connection and support in times of profound struggle. This collection is a treasure trove of emotions, capturing the essence of his experience and the lives touched along the way. With a blend of lyrical finesse and raw honesty, these poems bear the ability to find a place both on the shelves of poetry enthusiasts and in the hearts of individuals seeking solace, inspiration, and strength on their own journeys of recovery.
"In the poetry world, he's a rock star." —Boston Globe
" Jack McCarthy is on of the wonders of contemporary poetry . . ."
—Stephen Dobyns
Among these compositions, McCarthy's poignant poem "Drunks" has transcended boundaries, achieving worldwide acclaim as it spreads across recovery platforms. It stands as a beacon of understanding and empathy for those navigating the tumultuous path of conquering alcoholism. Through Drunks and Other Poems of Recovery , Jack McCarthy leaves behind an enduring legacy, a testament to the transformative power of human connection and support in times of profound struggle. This collection is a treasure trove of emotions, capturing the essence of his experience and the lives touched along the way. With a blend of lyrical finesse and raw honesty, these poems bear the ability to find a place both on the shelves of poetry enthusiasts and in the hearts of individuals seeking solace, inspiration, and strength on their own journeys of recovery.
"In the poetry world, he's a rock star." —Boston Globe
" Jack McCarthy is on of the wonders of contemporary poetry . . ."
—Stephen Dobyns
- GenresPoetry
122 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 11, 2013
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August 28, 2015
Jack McCarthy was a spoken-word poet legend and he prepared this book as he was dying so it would be published shortly after he passed in 2013. He is the author of eight books of published poetry including Almost A Remembrance, Good Night Grace Notes and What I Saw.
The book includes his well-known poem Drunks and reflections in both poetry and prose about his experiences with being a long-time very active member of Alcoholics Anonymous for fifty years.
If you aren't both amused, and deeply-moved by the poems, stories, and essays in this book, then it's probably not possible that any book will succeed in doing that for you.
You will come to an authentic understanding of addiction, the A.A. program and a Jack's healthier addiction to words and poetry through this book.
The book includes his well-known poem Drunks and reflections in both poetry and prose about his experiences with being a long-time very active member of Alcoholics Anonymous for fifty years.
If you aren't both amused, and deeply-moved by the poems, stories, and essays in this book, then it's probably not possible that any book will succeed in doing that for you.
You will come to an authentic understanding of addiction, the A.A. program and a Jack's healthier addiction to words and poetry through this book.
May 20, 2014
My favorite book of 2013. Just amazing. Gives me an entirely new view of what AA and addiction is about.
Gave my copy to someone in recovery. Have also read it entirely again on Kindle.
Fantastic.
Gave my copy to someone in recovery. Have also read it entirely again on Kindle.
Fantastic.
December 16, 2018
Jack McCarthy was an amazing person, poet, mentor, and friend. He spoke openly about his struggles with alcoholism, and this book is an amazing collection of his poetry about the subject. A must read for anyone who knew, knows, or is an alcoholic or addict of any kind. Beautiful, honest, and powerful.
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December 12, 2015Not as good poetically as his other collections, but so meaningful in its purpose
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