Spells Against the Darkness: Poetry by Rod MacDonald
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Spells Against the Darkness

Spells Against the Darkness

Verses of Quiet Magic

By Roderick MacDonald in Poetry

Spells Against the Darkness is a compelling and enjoyable exploration of the intimate and universal. From the peace of a Prince Edward Island country lane, to the clamour of New York City, classic poet Rod MacDonald draws on a variety of lyrical styles to weave his stories into verse.

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Spells Against the Darkness is a compelling and enjoyable exploration of the intimate and universal. From the peace of a Prince Edward Island country lane, to the clamour of New York City, classic poet Rod MacDonald draws on a variety of lyrical styles to weave his stories into verse.

“Incantations for lobster and baseball, fireflies and oatmeal, these poems seek to conjure the sublime from the everyday. With a bold feel for the line, a commitment to rhyme, and a strong sense of humour, Roderick MacDonald insists on the place of joy and fun in poetry. “People rush too much / I prefer steady and slow.” These poems tell spare truths, shaded with river and dune. Unabashed and unpretentious, MacDonald’s spells offer a spirit of lightness, a welcome levity for a sombre world.”

David Huebert, Author of Oil People (2024)

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