A God at the Door

"We are homesick everywhere," writes Tishani Doshi, "even when we're home." With aching empathy, righteous anger, and rebellious humor, A God at the Door calls on the extraordinary minutiae of nature and humanity to redefine belonging and unveil injustice. In an era of pandemic lockdown and brutal politics, these poems make vital space for what must come next--the return of wonder and free movement, and a profound sense of connection to what matters most. From a microscopic cell to flightless birds, to a sumo wrestler and the tree of life, Doshi interrupts the news cycle to pause in grief or delight, to restore power to language. A God at the Doorinvites the reader on a pilgrimage--one that leads us back to the sacred temple of ourselves. This is an exquisite, generous collection from a poet at the peak of her powers.

Author: Tishani Doshi
Publisher: Copper Canyon Press
Published: 11/09/2021
Pages: 88
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.80w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781556594526
ISBN10: 1556594526
BISAC Categories:
- Poetry | Subjects & Themes | Inspirational & Religious
- Poetry | Subjects & Themes | Nature
- Poetry | Women Authors

About the Author

Tishani Doshi is an award-winning poet, writer, and dancer. She has published six books of poetry and fiction. Her work has appeared in newspapers and journals such as the Guardian, the National, and the Hindu, and her essays, poems and short stories have been widely anthologized. Doshi lives in Tamil Nadu, India, and is currently Visiting Professor of Practice, Literature and Creative Writing at New York University, Abu Dhabi.