Small Branches Poetry: Review : The Silence of Men

Review : The Silence of Men

You can find my review of The Silence of Men at The Pedestal Magazine.

It is an interesting book and does not lead where I thought it might. I made sure that I did not add a "spoiler" to my review, especially since in many ways the poems do appear to create a loose narrative.

I'm learning through reviewing how books of poetry can work. In my studies, I've very rarely looked critically at entire books of poems. But I think as a writer it is essential to do so. Where else are you going to get information about how to order books? I've not had a single person offer advice towards this goal, but I've never really asked either.

I need more books to review; does anyone have any to suggest?

3 comments:

Amy D. Unsworth said...: Hi Nate,

I've read many of the poems that comprise the book; however, I've yet to get my hands on the book itself.

And since RJ is a friend and mentor, I'd be a horribly biased reviewer!

Do you have any other suggestions?; 7:14 PM
Richard Jeffrey Newman said...: Hi Amy,

I just wanted to say thank you for the considered review you gave my book. It is always a pleasure to hear what serious and engaged readers have to say about one's work.; 7:20 AM
Amy D. Unsworth said...: Hello Richard,

de nada. You're most welcome.

I believe that if one should decide to read as a critic, one should do so with attention. I try to hold myself to that.

Thank you for visiting,
Amy; 12:07 PM