Six-legged Things and Scaly Wings An anthology of New Zealand insect verse (mostly about moths)
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Robert Hoare
2008; 100 pp; 21 cm
Hardback ISBN: 978-1-86977-257-4
Flutter into the lyrical world of 'Six-legged Things and Scaly Wings,' where Robert Hoare offers a poetic homage to New Zealand's lesser-sung aerialists: the moths. This anthology is a delicate tapestry of verse, celebrating the intricate lives of these nocturnal wonders through a symphony of rhythm and rhyme. Prepare to be enchanted by the beauty and diversity of New Zealand's insect lore, where every flutter and wingbeat resonates with the heartbeat of poetry.
Dive into the enchanting microcosm of "Six-legged Things and Scaly Wings," where Robert Hoare's verses flit and dance with the grace of New Zealand's indigenous moths. This anthology is not just a collection of poems; it's a lyrical expedition into the underbrush of Aotearoa's nights, where the flutter of wings whispers secrets of survival, beauty, and evolution.
With a naturalist's eye and a poet's soul, Hoare illuminates the moth's world—a cosmos alive with scaly wings and the thrum of tiny, six-legged beasts. From the vibrant puriri moth to the elusive ghost moth, each creature is celebrated through a marriage of science and art, revealing the intricate tapestry of their existence.
"Six-legged Things and Scaly Wings" transcends the boundaries of traditional nature poetry. It's a journey that invites readers to gaze beyond the lamplight into the shadows where these delicate beings reign supreme. Through these pages, you'll discover the unseen splendor of moths, a testament to New Zealand's rich biodiversity, and emerge with a newfound appreciation for the smallest denizens of the night sky.
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Robert Hoare
2008; 100 pp; 21 cm
Hardback ISBN: 978-1-86977-257-4
Flutter into the lyrical world of 'Six-legged Things and Scaly Wings,' where Robert Hoare offers a poetic homage to New Zealand's lesser-sung aerialists: the moths. This anthology is a delicate tapestry of verse, celebrating the intricate lives of these nocturnal wonders through a symphony of rhythm and rhyme. Prepare to be enchanted by the beauty and diversity of New Zealand's insect lore, where every flutter and wingbeat resonates with the heartbeat of poetry.