Seeing Through the Sun (Juniper Prize)

Seeing Through the Sun by Linda Hogan is a collection of poems published by the University of Massachusetts Press in February 1985. This first edition, comprising 67 pages, showcases the keen observation and vivid imagery characteristic of Hogan’s work as a Chickasaw Indian. The poems draw inspiration from everyday life, capturing moments such as gathering wood, watching her daughters sleep, and witnessing changes in the weather.

Readers will find that this collection delves into the nuances of daily experiences while revealing a deeper understanding of life’s rhythms and the challenges of survival. The themes of nature and familial connections are woven throughout the poems, reflecting Hogan’s sensitivity to the world around her. This edition offers an intimate glimpse into the poet’s perspective, inviting readers to engage with the subtleties of life as expressed through her unique voice.