Lost for Words: Selected Poems, by Rufus Skeens, James Ward Kirk
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Lost for Words is Rufus Skeens’ first volume of poetry. His poetry has been widely published in regional poetry journals, including the Sow’s Ear Review, A! Magazine for the Arts, Red River Review, Now & Then, and Appalachian Heritage, to name a few. Skeens is a retired coal miner who bases his poetry from a working man’s perspective. In his writings, Skeens attempts to cover moments in intense analysis, rather than attempting to write about disparate incidents spanning days, weeks, or years. Thus, Skeens’ viewpoint often radically diverges from the common poet’s rambling attempts to describe time and place with clarity. Skeens believes he can competently describe the intensity inherent in a moment, creating a mood that’s ultimately sensitive, yet vivid in detail. As a backdrop for Skeens’ poetry, he makes use of his life experiences growing up, and working in the coalfields of Southern Appalachia. Poverty, sweat, sorrow---Skeens has lived it, and rather than allow the region’s constraints to limit his imagination, he has used his hard-earned experience to give birth to poetry. His poetry. Skeens has won numerous awards for his writing skills, but takes far more pride in watching someone read and enjoy his poems than focus on who has won this or won that. Mr. Skeens currently resides in Bristol, Virginia. He came of age in the vast mountains of Grundy, Virginia, where coal is the king who has been dethroned.
Lost for Words: Selected Poems, by Rufus Skeens, James Ward Kirk - Amazon Sales Rank: #1982832 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-10-04
- Released on: 2015-10-04
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Lost for Words: Selected Poems, by Rufus Skeens, James Ward Kirk Review "Lost For Words is not a description I would have tagged Rufus A Skeens with. Reading his collection of poetry you find yourself traveling, seeing the small, sometimes surprising beauty's of nature and of the Appalachias. But then...so much more; life, death, Black Lung, a collection of moments and places. Some whimsical, some poignant but all seized and held up for us to see in a different light, a different angle. Skeens poetry resists being rubber stamped or wrestled into a certain "form". A perfect example is the first few lines in the title poem;"Slugs trace odd glyphs on the concrete wallGrandma had to sprinkle table salt on her porch to discourage any messages from the other side....."Yes...it really IS that good. Allow yourself the pleasure of reading this; Lost For Words by Rufus A. Skeens" -- Jaye Tomas - author of Carnevale & Nocturnes "Skeens' poetry is penned with a deft eloquence, painting bucolic snapshots of Appalachian life and lore. Hounds, guns, coal, faith, and mortality, all brought forth through an idyllic and contemplative scope that soothes as much as it stimulates. Lost for Words is a virtuoso debut. - Benjamin Blake, author of Southpaw Nights."
From the Inside Flap "Lost for words is a magnificent collection and Rufus Skeen's poetry is like a beautiful river, both strong and delicate, changing with the seasons - sometimes welcoming, sometimes dangerous, but always fascinating. A must read." Seb Doubinsky "These are the poems I seek. These are the poems that resonate with me; that speak to me. I demand highly literate, technically adept, and intelligent verse when I read poetry and this is exactly what I got upon reading Rufus Skeen's debut collection, 'Lost For Words.' Shades of Merwin, Sandburg, Frost, Gunn . . . these poems are that good I compare them with the greats. I feel privileged to have read this special and powerful collection. If you love good poetry, that is equal parts sensitive and cerebral, philosophical and celebratory, hopeful and ruminative - look no further. A wonderful collection. -- William Cook, author of Corpus Delicti, and Gaze into the Abyss: The Poetry of Jim Morrison.
From the Back Cover "Skeens' poetry is penned with a deft eloquence, painting bucolic snapshots of Appalachian life and lore. Hounds, guns, coal, faith, and mortality, all brought forth through an idyllic and contemplative scope that soothes as much as it stimulates. Lost for Words is a virtuoso debut. - Benjamin Blake, author of Southpaw Nights."

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A special collection of poetry By Wookie I had the privilege of being one of the first to read this stunning debut collection of poetry from Rufus Skeens. As soon as I read this work I knew it was special. There are many poets but few who can write poetry with an eloquence imbued with a humanitarian essence. Such is 'Lost For Words. Here is what I voluntarily wrote as a 'blurb' for this fine collection, I hope you will be encouraged to purchase a copy and that you might agree with me that my sentiments are proved accurate: "These are the poems I seek. These are the poems that resonate with me; that speak to me. I demand highly literate, technically adept, and intelligent verse when I read poetry and this is exactly what I got upon reading Rufus Skeen's debut collection, 'Lost For Words.' Shades of Merwin, Sandburg, Frost, Gunn . . . these poems are that good I compare them with the greats. I feel privileged to have read this special and powerful collection. If you love good poetry, that is equal parts sensitive and cerebral, philosophical and celebratory, hopeful and ruminative - look no further. A wonderful collection." Highly recommended.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Lost for Words Touched My Heart..... By Amazon Customer I loved Lost for Words! Mr. Skeens' poems were sensitive and touching! There was an otherworldly aura about them that touched my heart! I began with the book's title poem "Lost for Words" and was mesmerized! There was a magic in the poem that en-spelled me! After reading the poem, I immediately had to re-read it! I simply could not put the book down until I had read every poem! Mr. Skeens is not your common run of the mill poet! His depth and insight transported me to another world...his world...this book is a must read for poetry lovers! A must buy! I want more poetry from Rufus Skeens! Where has he been? Read his poems and discover his imagery! His life!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Lost for Words is an excellent read for an authentic view of life in Appalachia By Amazon Customer Lost for Words is a unique collection of poems that eloquently capture the many facets of life in Appalachia. Rufus Skeens has an amazing ability to paint a picture with words in such a way the reader can clearly visualize the experience. His work shows the many complex layers of life in an area which is all too often quickly dismissed as simple. Skeens work speaks to me because it's not just well written, it's authentic from someone who has truly lived the Appalachian life. I highly recommend giving it a read whether you're a fan of poetry or if you just want a greater appreciation of what it's like to live in Appalachia.
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