Slim Night of Recognition: Poems

by Emma Howell

Emma Howell was born in Portland, Oregon, and died in 2001, at the age of twenty. She lived in Spain and Brazil and traveled widely in the world at large, forming many fast friendships with people of all ages, races, and creeds. She left behind a loving family, many close friends, and the magnificent, mature poems collected in this volume.

Genres: Poetry

66 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm certainly no poetry buff, but I learned of this book and the sad story involved. Emma Howell died tragically at the age of 20 and her parents put together this collection. I have to say that I wasn't expecting that much because of that, but I was wrong. These poems are quite moving and certainly show a depth of feeling not expected in someone so young. The title poem is especially heart wrenching.

[Karen Checkoway · Rating 5 out of 5]

hard to find proper words for the feelings this book evokes. joy, pain & everything in between. a gifted poet with her own voice, experiencing the world. i am glad this book lets others in on that voice.

[Manda Lea · Rating 5 out of 5]

The language is sophisticated, but unassuming.

[Millicent · Rating 4 out of 5]

fast enjoyable read. The religious stuff was a bit jarring--not my usual read, but the poems were lovely overall.

[Ellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A solid collection.