The Self as Constellation

The way we construct our selves -- as the ancients created meaningful shapes from the random sparkles of the stars at night -- is the theme and structural principle of this collection of poems. In writing them, Jeanine Hathaway assumed the constellations of Eldest Child, Ex-Nun, Former Wife, Single Mother, Writer, Teacher, and Pilgrim. Their most notable aspect is their exploration of spirituality, the awe and ambivalence that characterize every significant relationship, whether it be with God, family, friends, invented and historical figures, or oneself.

About the author

JEANINE HATHAWAY entered the Dominican order in 1963. After nine years she left the convent, received an MFA from Bowling Green State University, married, and had a daughter. She has been teaching literature and writing at Wichita State University in Kansas since 1974.

Summary

The way we construct ourselves is the theme and structural principle of this collection of poems. Their most notable aspect is their exploration of spirituality, the awe and ambivalence that characterize every significant relationship, whether it be with God, family, friends or oneself.

Product details

• Authors: Jeanine Hathaway
• Publisher: University Of North Texas Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.04.2002
• EAN: 9781574411447
• ISBN: 978-1-57441-144-7
• No. of pages: 80
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 233 mm x 6 mm
• Weight: 141 g
• Series: Vassar Miller Prize in Poetry; Vassar Miller Prize in Poetry
• Subject: Fiction > Poetry, drama