The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation by Rukeyser, Muriel

The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780963818324)

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The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation by Rukeyser, Muriel

The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation

$14.95
The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation by Rukeyser, Muriel

The Orgy: An Irish Journey of Passion and Transformation

$14.95
Format: Paperback
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Muriel Rukeyser's account of Ireland's Puck Fair -- the last existing pagan festival of the goat -- captures this wild and lush experience and tradition. With a preface by Sharon Olds.

Those who have traveled know the experience of extended time and sharpened perception. Muriel Rukeyser's account of Puck Fair -- the last existing pagan festival of the goat -- captures just that state of consciousness. Set in County Kerry, Ireland, The Orgy evokes this great American poet's journey of sensual and psychological transformation in the midst of a lush account of Irish culture and tradition. With a preface by Sharon Olds.

Author: Muriel Rukeyser
ISBN-10: 0963818325
ISBN-13: 9780963818324
Publisher: Paris Press
Language: English
Published: 07/01/1997
Pages: 160
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.05h x 6.04w x 0.47d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 10/01/1997
By Muriel Rukeyser
By Muriel Rukeyser
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Muriel Rukeyser (1913-1980) is one of our country's most influential yet neglected writers. She published fifteen collections of poetry, plays, translations, children's books, and several works of nonfiction. Her toys of fame include the Yale Younger Poets Award, the Copernicus Award from the Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Shelley Memorial Award. From 1975-1976, she served as president of P.E.N. American Center.

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