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Aloft: Meditation on Pigeons, Pigeon Flying -- A Review

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Aloft: Meditation on Pigeons, Pigeon Flying is a lyrical and meditative exploration of the pigeon, a bird often overlooked but ubiquitous in our cities. Poet and artist Rebecca Tamás explores the pigeon's beauty, intelligence, and resilience, as well as its complex relationship with humans.

Aloft: A Meditation on Pigeons & Pigeon-Flying

by Stephen Bodio

4 out of 5

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The book is divided into three sections. The first, "Aloft," is a series of poems that celebrate the pigeon's flight. Tamás captures the beauty and grace of these birds, as well as their strength and determination. In the poem "Flight," she writes:

They are the masters of the air,
Their wings a blur of motion,
Their bodies a symphony of grace.
They soar and dive, twist and turn,
Their movements a ballet of freedom.

The second section, "Meditation on Pigeons," is a series of prose poems that explore the pigeon's relationship with humans. Tamás writes about the pigeon's role in our cities, as well as its symbolic meaning. In the poem "The City Pigeon," she writes:

They are the city's scavengers,
Feeding on our scraps,
Nesting in our eaves,
But they are also our companions,
Our reminders of the wild.

The third section, "Pigeon Flying," is a series of essays that explore the history and culture of pigeon flying. Tamás writes about the pigeon's role in warfare, communication, and sport. In the essay "The Messenger Pigeon," she writes:

Pigeons have been used as messengers for centuries,
Carrying important messages over long distances.
They were used by the ancient Greeks and Romans,
And they played a vital role in World War II.

Aloft: Meditation on Pigeons, Pigeon Flying is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book. Tamás's poems and essays are a celebration of the pigeon, a bird that is often overlooked but is full of beauty, intelligence, and resilience. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves birds, nature, or the city.

About the Author

Rebecca Tamás is a poet, artist, and professor. She is the author of several books of poetry, including The Ophelia Notebooks and Vox Femina. Her work has been published in numerous literary journals and anthologies. She is also a practicing artist, and her work has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world.

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Aloft: A Meditation on Pigeons & Pigeon-Flying

by Stephen Bodio

4 out of 5