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Baptism of Desire
Baptism of Desire: Poems | Louise Erdrich
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A second book of poetry by Louise Erdich, author of the bestselling and award winning novels Love Medicine, The Beet Queen and Tracks. Baptisim by blood, water, or desire is necessary for salvation in Roman Catholic tradition, and baptism of desire in the term used for the leap of trust by which a sincere believer can experience spiritual regeneration.Louise Erdrich's poems are acts of redemption. Everywhere evident is Erdrich's unique capacity for finding the perfect word, the fresh, yet absolutely right, metaphor that makes her wrk both profound and accessable.
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Brewychock48
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I love Louise Erdrich. Lots of depth and feelings in this book of poetry.

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hwheaties
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Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous. I am SO glad I‘m making it a point to read more poetry this year.

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hwheaties
Baptism of Desire: Poems | Louise Erdrich
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Next poetry collection...

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CarolynOliver
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So good. I'm pretty sure Louise Erdrich can do no wrong.

rachellayown Agreed. I haven't read her poetry and will start with this collection. 8y
CarolynOliver @rachellayown It's great! Jacklight is her first collection, which I also loved (this is her second). 8y
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CarolynOliver
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A little late-night #poetry.

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