Copihue Poetry

Translator’s Note: Alicia Montero

The speaker in these poems by Alicia Montero reflects about a variety of life experiences that deftly balance narrative and lyrical qualities to explore themes such as love, passion, the unfamiliar in everyday life, and the inevitable changes that come with age. The poems take the reader on a journey through an emotional landscape that highlights the joys and sorrows of life. In an almost confessional tone, Montero invites her readers into the wonder and intimacy of her work, like a dear, long lost friend.