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Published in 1997 by Gnomon Press. Jim Wayne Miller's The Brier Poems, published posthumously, is a selection of poetry from The Mountains Have Come Closer (where the Brier figure first emerged) and Brier, His Book, along with additional poems not published in previous volumes. It celebrates the Appalachian region and its people through "The Brier," the enlightened Appalachian who laments what is happening to the world that nurtured him. Through vivid imagery and rich language, Miller explores themes of identity and tradition and the connection between the land and its inhabitants. The poems capture the spirit and resilience of Appalachian culture, blending personal reflection with social commentary. Miller's work highlights the beauty and complexity of life in the mountains, offering a voice to the often-overlooked experiences of rural Appalachia.
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Author: Miller, Jim Wayne
- ISBN: 9780917788628
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 9.44 x 0.51
- Number Of Pages: 160
- Publication Year: 1997