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Special Section: The Last Poems of Jim Harrison

Seven poems, an intimate interview, and a look at the profound importance of this American writer make-up this supplement from Alta Journal's Fall 2021 issue.

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    Scott Baxter

    This special collection, featured as a pull-out insert in Alta Journal's Fall 2021 issue, includes seven of the poet's last works, an interview with his right-hand woman, and a detailed examination of Harrison's work by Alta books editor David L. Ulin.

    The Force of Habit

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    Scott Baxter

    Jim Harrison’s last poems as final words. By David L. Ulin

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    Poem: ‘Dog in the Tomb’

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    Joe Ciardiello

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    Poem: ‘Weeping Birds’

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    Joe Ciardiello

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    Poem: ‘The Speed of Dark’

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    Blaise Zerega

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    Poem: ‘Ghosts’

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    Joe Ciardiello

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    Poem: ‘The Whisper’

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    Blaise Zerega

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    Poem: ‘She’

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    Joe Ciardiello

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    Poem: Untitled

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    © 2021 James T. Harrison Trust

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    She Helped Him ‘Do Life’

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    BOB WARGO

    For more than 35 years, Joyce Harrington Bahle was Jim Harrison’s typist, trusted friend, and fierce protector. Today, she safeguards his legacy and his estate. By Will Hearst

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