A Carnival of Losses

Released: March 12, 2019
Length: 5 hrs 34 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Brilliance Audio

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In "A Carnival of Losses: Notes Nearing Ninety," Donald Hall, the former U.S. poet laureate, shares a poignant collection of essays reflecting on the complexities of aging and the freedoms that accompany it. Combining humor and introspection, Hall recounts vivid memories and explores deep friendships with literary greats, all while offering uncensored insights into life’s inevitable losses, including the profound impact of his late wife, Jane Kenyon. This collection stands as a testament to Hall's remarkable legacy in literature as he navigates the "unknown, unanticipated galaxy" of extreme old age.

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