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In Springtime: The Selected Poems of Milton Acorn

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In a Springtime Instant

by Milton Acorn

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Milton Acorn, Canadian Poet In A Springtime Instant Milton Acorn

Milton Acorn was one of the most important and influential Canadian poets of the twentieth century. His work is characterized by its powerful imagery, its deep love of nature, and its commitment to social justice. In Springtime: The Selected Poems of Milton Acorn is a comprehensive collection of his best work, showcasing the full range of his talent.

The Poet's Life

Milton Acorn was born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, in 1923. He grew up in poverty and left school at a young age to work in the shipyards. He began writing poetry in his early twenties, and his first collection, The Brain's the Pink, was published in 1958. Over the next four decades, he published more than twenty collections of poetry, as well as several plays and novels.

Acorn was a political activist throughout his life. He was a member of the Communist Party of Canada, and his work often reflects his commitment to social justice. He was also a strong advocate for the rights of Indigenous peoples.

Acorn died in 1986 at the age of 62. He is buried in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

The Poems

In Springtime: The Selected Poems of Milton Acorn includes more than 200 poems, spanning Acorn's entire career. The poems are organized into five sections:

Springtime: This section contains poems that celebrate the beauty and joy of the natural world.
Love: This section contains poems about love, loss, and relationships.
Social Justice: This section contains poems that address issues of social justice, such as poverty, inequality, and racism.
Nature: This section contains poems that explore the beauty and mystery of the natural world.
Later Poems: This section contains poems that were written in the later years of Acorn's life.

The poems in In Springtime are full of vivid imagery, powerful emotions, and deep insights into the human condition. They are a testament to Milton Acorn's talent as a poet and his commitment to the art of poetry.

Reviews

"In Springtime is a magnificent collection of poems by one of Canada's greatest poets. Acorn's work is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the Canadian experience." - Margaret Atwood

"Milton Acorn was a true poet of the people. His poems are full of passion, compassion, and a deep love of the land. In Springtime is a must-read for anyone who cares about poetry." - Michael Ondaatje

"In Springtime is a powerful and moving collection of poems that will stay with you long after you finish reading them. Milton Acorn was a gifted poet who had a profound understanding of the human condition." - The Globe and Mail

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In a Springtime Instant

by Milton Acorn

5 out of 5