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Library Journal lyric, an international poetry review that publishes both American poets and international translations, looks for poetry with lyrical and musical power and includes essays that employ poetic logic and a blending of literary ideas. The issue examined features "Poetry in Times of War" and includes a poignant meditation on the ongoing crisis in Israel and a quietly evocative portrait of a child in war-torn Japan, entitled "No Shoes." Also included is a thoughtful essay by the editor on the transience of memory and the imperative of not letting our lived experiences fall into the dustbin of history. Each physically attractive issue is 60 pages long, with an illustrated cover. It is squarebound and compact enough to slip into a student's backpack. An enticing publication for a young audience exploring poetry, this would appeal equally to readers of all ages. Academic institutions and larger public libraries should take notice. |