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Upstream By Mary Oliver
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 978-0143130086
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Author: Mary Oliver
Release Date: October 29, 2019
Genre: Non Fiction
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Upstream Paperback by Mary Oliver – A Timeless Essay Collection on Nature, Writing, and the Inner Life
About the Book
Upstream is a quiet, thoughtful essay collection where Mary Oliver writes about nature, books, and the writers who shaped her. It is a gentle read for anyone who loves slowing down and paying closer attention to the world around them.
About the Author
Mary Oliver was an American poet and essayist who won the Pulitzer Prize for her collection American Primitive. Over a long writing career, she became known for her clear, observant voice and deep love of the natural world.
Who Is This Book For?
This book suits readers who enjoy reflective nonfiction, nature writing, and essays about the creative life. It is a calm companion for slow mornings, quiet evenings, or anyone curious about how a poet sees the world.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Upstream by Mary Oliver a poetry book or essay collection?
Upstream is a collection of prose essays, not poems, though Oliver’s poetic style comes through in her writing.
How long is the Upstream paperback by Mary Oliver?
This paperback edition runs 192 pages, making it a manageable read for busy schedules.
Who should read Mary Oliver’s Upstream?
Anyone who enjoys nature writing, reflective nonfiction, or wants an introduction to Mary Oliver’s prose will appreciate this book.
| Weight | 200 g |
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| Dimensions | 12.4 × 1.3 × 19.4 cm |
Readers will find a series of short, lyrical essays about woods, rivers, and creatures, paired with personal reflections on Walt Whitman, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and other writers who influenced Oliver. The book moves gently between memory, observation, and meditation on what it means to live an attentive, creative life. It rewards slow reading rather than rushing through, and many readers return to favorite passages again and again.
