Words for a Lost Year Poems

“Words for a Lost Year Poems” by Murray Shugars is a collection published by Small Press Distribution in 2023, featuring 98 pages of poetry in English. This edition presents a series of poems arranged in four sections, each named for the seasons, which explore themes of desire, place, and identity through the lens of a relationship over the course of a symbolic year.

Readers will find that these lyric poems reflect the speaker’s emotional landscape, characterized by what the author describes as “carnivorous lyrics” and “backhand love poems.” The collection is further enhanced by linoleum cuts illustrated by Chad Poovey, adding a visual dimension to the exploration of health, aging, and relationships. This work invites contemplation on the complexities of human experience within the context of literature and poetry.