Penny Harter Poems

Penny Harter is an American poet and author who has released more than twenty-five poetry collections, including “The Night Marsh” and “Lizard Light: Poetry From the Ground.” Her poetry is focused on exploring nature and the complexity and beauty of the natural world.

Her writing stands out because of its vivid imagery and ability to distill the essence of the world into a few well-chosen words. Harter invites readers to join her on a voyage of self-discovery and reflection through her poetry, which is frequently reflective and introspective. She has been recognized as one of the most significant poets of our time, receiving various honors, and her works have been widely anthologized.

broken bowl

by Penny Harter

‘broken bowl’ by Penny Harter is a short and memorable haiku about a broken bowl. The poem uses three very short lines to describe its rocking pieces. 

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