Award-winning prose poems: Offers a collection of work recognized for its literary merit and originality
Intimate and omniscient narrative: Provides a deeply personal yet expansive exploration of life and thought
Fluid genre approach: Blends elements of prose, poetry, and narrative for a distinctive reading experience
Fresh insights on aging and ordinariness: Delivers thoughtful reflections on the human condition
Available in multiple formats: Choose from hardcover, paperback, or softcover to suit your reading preferences
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Finalist for the 2024 Vermont Book Award in nonfiction
Following the acclaimed Dunce, which was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize, comes Mary Ruefle’s latest prose publication The Book. True to its bold title, The Book affirms Mary Ruefle’s legacy as (dubbed by Publishers Weekly) “the patron saint of childhood
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Mary Ruefle
Publication Date
September 2023 (hardcover), March 2025 (paperback/softcover)
