Kelly Cherry (December 21, 1940 – March 18, 2022) was a prolific American novelist, poet, essayist, and professor. She served as the Poet Laureate of Virginia from 2010 to 2012. With more than 30 books to her credit, including poetry collections like “Songs for a Soviet Composer” and novels such as “Sick and Full of Burning,” Cherry’s work explored themes of philosophy, language, and morality.
Her writing often intertwined musical and literary influences. She taught at various universities and received numerous awards, making a significant impact on the literary world.
‘Their Pleas’ talks about the longing of departed souls for guidance, connection, and empathy in their journey through the afterlife.
They pluck my sleeve, tug my hand, pull
my hair. They do not kneel to kiss my hem.
No, it’s not like that but they want tokens.
Again, not souvenirs but something small
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