Volume 28 Issue 2

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Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, published in Fall 2014, is a diverse collection of poetry, short fiction, book reviews, and literary interviews, reflecting on the power of language, memory, and personal identity. The issue, archived as Volume 28, Issue 2, corresponds to the print edition labeled Volume 33, Issue 1. Due to necessary metadata adjustments in the digital archiving process, some volume and issue numbers in the online collection may not match those printed in the original journals.

In her editorial preface, Brittany Pickens, the editor of this issue, reflects on the influence of language in shaping human consciousness, drawing on linguistic theories and literary traditions. She discusses how literature allows writers to leave an imprint of their thoughts and emotions on the world, serving as a record of human experience.

Key highlights include:

• "Mirage" by Abigail Allen, a surreal short story that examines perception, memory, and shifting realities.

• "Desperation/Affirmation" by Allison Grayhurst, a poem about spiritual longing and personal transformation.

• "The Republic of Virtue: A Review" by Allissa Hertz, an analysis of Paul Lake’s poetry and its engagement with politics and philosophy.

• "Something Magic About Poetry" by Allissa Hertz, an interview with poet Paul Lake, discussing the role of poetry in shaping thought and emotion.

• "Evening with Noir" by Doug Bolling, a poetic reflection on film noir, crime fiction, and cinematic storytelling.

• "A Dead Boy Speaks to His Parents" by John Sibley Williams, a haunting poem about grief, memory, and loss.

• "Lake Dardanelle" by Lewis Roberts, a poem about the Arkansas landscape and the relationship between humans and nature.

• "The Exile’s Dreams Shimmer & Float" by Marianna Hofer, a lyrical exploration of identity, displacement, and poetic tradition.

This issue of Nebo is particularly notable for its emphasis on the power of language, exploring how words shape identity, memory, and human experience.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 28 Issue 2," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 28: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol28/iss2/1