Larry Levis, a distinguished American poet, is renowned for his poignant exploration of existential themes in his poems. Born in 1946, Levis penned five collections of poetry, each characterized by profound introspection, evocative imagery, and rich narrative.
His works, including ‘The Woven Tale,’ ‘Elegy,’ and ‘The Darkening Trapeze,’ often grapple with notions of time, loss, and love, leaving readers engaged and reflective.
Levis’ profound literary impact resonates in contemporary poetry, offering insightful perspectives on the human condition.
‘Childhood Ideogram’ by Larry Levis immerses readers in a nostalgic journey, where vivid imagery and contemplative reflections unravel the complexities of identity, memory, and the transient nature of time.
I lay my head sideways on the desk,
My fingers interlocked under my cheekbones,
My eyes closed. It was a three-room schoolhouse,
White, with a small bell tower, an oak tree
‘Winter Stars’ by Larry Levis tries to reconcile the estranged relationship between a son and their dying father.
My father once broke a man’s hand
Over the exhaust pipe of a John Deere tractor. The man,
Rubén Vásquez, wanted to kill his own father
With a sharpened fruit knife, & he held
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