The poem of the day chosen for The Writer's Almanac, "Guest of Honor," was written by Philip Dacey, a friend and an SMSU Professor Emeritus of English. It's from his new book of poetry, Church of the Adagio, Rain Mountain Press, 2014. Click here to read a review.
If you're not already familiar with Phil Dacey's work, I encourage you to dive in. He's prolific, a regular "poetry factory," in his own self-effacing words. But unlike the products most factories turn out, Dacey's poetry soars with fine craftsmanship and sings with full and open heart.
If you're not already familiar with Phil Dacey's work, I encourage you to dive in. He's prolific, a regular "poetry factory," in his own self-effacing words. But unlike the products most factories turn out, Dacey's poetry soars with fine craftsmanship and sings with full and open heart.
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