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Horoscopes for the Dead by Billy Collins

May 31, 2011 by

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  1. iliana says
    May 31, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    You know I’m a big Collins fan so this is on my list. I’ve read some reviews which weren’t too glowing but I still want to read it and add it to my collection.

    • Serena says
      May 31, 2011 at 8:10 pm

      I enjoyed this collection more than some others in the past. I think there was one poem that when I read it aloud it sounded awkward, but it wasn’t enough to detract from my enjoyment of the entire collection.

  2. Audra says
    May 31, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    Oh, wow — I loved the bits you’ve shared. ‘Straightener’ especially resonates — not only can I relate but I love the imagery and examples! I too am curious about the cover — it’s striking!

    • Serena says
      May 31, 2011 at 3:11 pm

      I’m glad that you found something to resonate with you. I like the cover, just not sure how it relates to the collection, though I have my theories.

  3. Anna says
    May 31, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    I’m looking forward to reading it at some point. Not sure about the cover though. Is it related to the book in some way?

    • Serena says
      May 31, 2011 at 2:05 pm

      I’m not really sure how the cover relates to the poetry collection…maybe the essence of life’s journey and its unpredictability and the precariousness of our decisions.

  4. Beth Hoffman says
    May 31, 2011 at 9:24 am

    I’m so taken by this poem that I simply MUST add this to my list. Thanks for introducing me to Billy Collins!

  5. bermudaonion (Kathy) says
    May 31, 2011 at 9:02 am

    Collins is a poet that I know I must try one of these days.