Official Review: What They Bring by Willis

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 28 Feb 2021, 01:37

Miriam Molina wrote: ↑27 Feb 2021, 01:31 I know there are fellow Filipinos in every corner of the world. I wonder if I can get some to share their experiences, whether in poetry or prose.

I think I will find this book awesome. Your review is definitely one to remember.

Today’s BOTD is an answer to your musing!
Thank you for your kind comment, Miriam. This book is definitely one that I will remember.

Manang Muyang · Post by **Manang Muyang** » 28 Feb 2021, 01:54

MsH2k wrote: ↑28 Feb 2021, 01:37
Miriam Molina wrote: ↑27 Feb 2021, 01:31 I know there are fellow Filipinos in every corner of the world. I wonder if I can get some to share their experiences, whether in poetry or prose.

I think I will find this book awesome. Your review is definitely one to remember.
Today’s BOTD is an answer to your musing!
Thank you for your kind comment, Miriam. This book is definitely one that I will remember.

I thought so, too.

shravsi · Post by **shravsi** » 01 Mar 2021, 04:38

Your review has made me curious about this book. Wonderful review.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 02 Mar 2021, 00:34

shravsi wrote: ↑01 Mar 2021, 04:38 Your review has made me curious about this book. Wonderful review.

This collection is a treasure. I hope your curiosity leads you to check it out.
Thank you for your comment.

RHD · Post by **RHD** » 02 Mar 2021, 10:24

Immigration is still a major and sensitive subject all over. War, hunger, poverty and search for greener pastures are among the reasons. I hope the anthology offers some solutions, or at least good suggestions. Great review!

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 03 Mar 2021, 00:58

RHD wrote: ↑02 Mar 2021, 10:24 Immigration is still a major and sensitive subject all over. War, hunger, poverty and search for greener pastures are among the reasons. I hope the anthology offers some solutions, or at least good suggestions. Great review!

The poetry primarily gives readers a glimpse into the experiences of those immigrating and migrating. As for this anthology offering solutions, my take is the solutions will come from the people who are moved by these experiences. Thank you for your thoughtful comment, RHD.

PeterRabitt20 · Post by **PeterRabitt20** » 03 Mar 2021, 10:47

I appreciate that this book tells of the immigration experience from the immigrant's point of view. Putting those words in poetry form requires skillful writing. Thanks for your wonderful review.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 04 Mar 2021, 01:45

PeterRabitt20 wrote: ↑03 Mar 2021, 10:47 I appreciate that this book tells of the immigration experience from the immigrant's point of view. Putting those words in poetry form requires skillful writing. Thanks for your wonderful review.

I agree! I am amazed at how poets can paint a scene and touch the reader in so few words. It is a marvelous form of art. Thank you for your visit and your comment.

Sou Hi · Post by **Sou Hi** » 04 Mar 2021, 04:24

Thanks for your informative review. The group of author sure is fascinating, for it to include poets laureate, Pulitzer Prize winners, Guggenheim Fellowship recipients, and a Nobel Prize winner. While some poems are hard to perceive, it seems there are some meaningful and emotional ones that the readers can enjoy.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 05 Mar 2021, 01:22

Sou Hi wrote: ↑04 Mar 2021, 04:24 Thanks for your informative review. The group of author sure is fascinating, for it to include poets laureate, Pulitzer Prize winners, Guggenheim Fellowship recipients, and a Nobel Prize winner. While some poems are hard to perceive, it seems there are some meaningful and emotional ones that the readers can enjoy.

I must admit it was a bit daunting at first when I read the accomplishments of these poets, but ultimately, it’s the connection to the writing that matters. I found many meaningful poems in this collection. Thank you for your comment, Sou Hi!

Mariana Figueira · Post by **Mariana Figueira** » 05 Mar 2021, 18:14

Incredible review, this book sounds like a must-read.

Josephe-Anne · Post by **Josephe-Anne** » 06 Mar 2021, 00:12

I really enjoy reading poetry, and this collection sounds like it's right up my alley. I like the fact that the poems are written by people from all over the world as each of them brings a different perspective with their immigration experiences.

Thank you for a highly entertaining review. Great job!

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 06 Mar 2021, 01:48

MarianaFigueira wrote: ↑05 Mar 2021, 18:14 Incredible review, this book sounds like a must-read.

This is an incredible book. I highly recommend it. I’m sure some of these poems will stay with me forever.
Thank you for your visit, MarianaFigueira.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 06 Mar 2021, 01:59

Josephe-Anne wrote: ↑06 Mar 2021, 00:12 I really enjoy reading poetry, and this collection sounds like it's right up my alley. I like the fact that the poems are written by people from all over the world as each of them brings a different perspective with their immigration experiences.

Thank you for a highly entertaining review. Great job!

I hope you decide to read this collection, Josephe-Anne. I loved that even though I may not have shared the same background as a poet, sometimes I shared the same experience.
Thank you for your comment!

Etienneza · Post by **Etienneza** » 06 Mar 2021, 18:29

Perhaps not all wisdom appears of value to us at the same juncture, a book and a poem has a season , when it will transport enrich and confront. I am excited about the anthology!