I Want to Laugh, I Want to Cry: Poems on Women's Feelings

by Susan Polis Schutz, Stephen Shutz Ph.D. (Illustrator)

Many people argue that reason should guide all that we do and think, and that feelings are a weakness. This book is based on the belief that we should show our feelings, for they are what make us unique and sensitive human beings. If every decision would reflect our feelings as well as our reason, the world would be a better place to live.

Genres: Poetry

64 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1973

About the author

Susan Polis Schutz (born 1944) is an American poet and producer of greeting cards and the mother of U.S. Congressman Jared Polis of Colorado.

Reviews

[Ava · Rating 2 out of 5]

20th century Rupi Kaur

[Norie · Rating 3 out of 5]

so much has changed since the 70’s! i’m lying

[Abby Hastings · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a nice short read. I enjoyed the feminist themes in some of the poems.

[Marty · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a charmingly eloquent book of poetry, none of which had titles. I came across it at a traveling library and was intrigued by the cover and title. In fact, I may have enjoyed the exquisite artwork more than I did the poetry. The words weren't bad by any means, but they did have an... Empty quality to them. The intentions were right, and the subject matter was certainly interesting, but the actual "poetry" was missing. If that's even possible. That said, there were some startlingly honest moments in this book, and it was worth the read just to get to those. It certainly has a lot of personality. I doubt I would have paid money for it, but it made a lovely chance edition to my library.

[Jeff · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have found that as I age , the simple messages are the best messages. This book may be short,but ,the words are powerful. Much to consider in these compact poems !! My wife and I read it to each other. Very emotional .
My copy is old and is missing page 31/32 . If anyone would care to share the content , we would be grateful. That said , this is a lovely read for anyone looking for inspiration or introspection.

[Kat · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a must read for anyone feeling that title. It is powerful throughout the book. Poignant and stunning. The art is simple and elegant as well. Nothing over powers the other. If you feel you are alone in any sense pick this up and you will find your not alone.

[Be Storie · Rating 1 out of 5]

maybe this was more monumental in the 70s

[alyssa · Rating 3 out of 5]

A true relic of the time it was written in, but also still scarily relevant to what Republicans would want women/femme people to be like today. I, too, still want to laugh and want to cry.

[Rosario · Rating 2 out of 5]

terminado: 8/05/24

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very short

[Bj Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

First read this in the 70's ...the thoughts are still relevant!

[Vive · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellente, amigos. Purely humanistic and simple ponderings amidst the chaos of our lives.