Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

Witness the complete collection of poems and haikus drawn from the mind of a recovering addict.

Gritty, authentic, and deeply personal, this complete collection of Poetry of an Addict compiles over 250 poems and haikus that stretch back over 30 years, exploring the darkness of addiction and offering a mixture of musings, reflections, and thoughts captured from moments of author Brett C. Persson's life. Ranging from vivid wordplay written while sober to fragments and flashes of thought that were snatched from the depths of drug and alcohol use, these poems illuminate the mind of a man who struggled for decades with pain, grief, and substance abuse.

Balancing the sorrows of addiction with a redeeming message of hope and growth, readers will be taken on a journey that will offer them a window into the mind of an addict, revealing the inner conflicts, struggles, and suffering that grips the throes of addiction. This collection provides a new perspective to any poetry fan who wants to deepen their understanding of addiction, find a new source of human resilience, and see how one man managed to rise above his addiction to reclaim his life.

Perfect for kindred souls who have struggled with addiction, Complete Poetry of an Addict shines as a guiding light that will help you reflect on your own demons – or build the courage to confront them.

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Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

Witness the complete collection of poems and haikus drawn from the mind of a recovering addict.

Gritty, authentic, and deeply personal, this complete collection of Poetry of an Addict compiles over 250 poems and haikus that stretch back over 30 years, exploring the darkness of addiction and offering a mixture of musings, reflections, and thoughts captured from moments of author Brett C. Persson's life. Ranging from vivid wordplay written while sober to fragments and flashes of thought that were snatched from the depths of drug and alcohol use, these poems illuminate the mind of a man who struggled for decades with pain, grief, and substance abuse.

Balancing the sorrows of addiction with a redeeming message of hope and growth, readers will be taken on a journey that will offer them a window into the mind of an addict, revealing the inner conflicts, struggles, and suffering that grips the throes of addiction. This collection provides a new perspective to any poetry fan who wants to deepen their understanding of addiction, find a new source of human resilience, and see how one man managed to rise above his addiction to reclaim his life.

Perfect for kindred souls who have struggled with addiction, Complete Poetry of an Addict shines as a guiding light that will help you reflect on your own demons – or build the courage to confront them.

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Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

by Brett C. Persson
Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

Poetry of an Addict: Complete Edition

by Brett C. Persson

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Witness the complete collection of poems and haikus drawn from the mind of a recovering addict.

Gritty, authentic, and deeply personal, this complete collection of Poetry of an Addict compiles over 250 poems and haikus that stretch back over 30 years, exploring the darkness of addiction and offering a mixture of musings, reflections, and thoughts captured from moments of author Brett C. Persson's life. Ranging from vivid wordplay written while sober to fragments and flashes of thought that were snatched from the depths of drug and alcohol use, these poems illuminate the mind of a man who struggled for decades with pain, grief, and substance abuse.

Balancing the sorrows of addiction with a redeeming message of hope and growth, readers will be taken on a journey that will offer them a window into the mind of an addict, revealing the inner conflicts, struggles, and suffering that grips the throes of addiction. This collection provides a new perspective to any poetry fan who wants to deepen their understanding of addiction, find a new source of human resilience, and see how one man managed to rise above his addiction to reclaim his life.

Perfect for kindred souls who have struggled with addiction, Complete Poetry of an Addict shines as a guiding light that will help you reflect on your own demons – or build the courage to confront them.


Product Details

BN ID: 2940167371293
Publisher: Nudous Publishing, LLC.
Publication date: 01/01/2020
Sold by: Draft2Digital
Format: eBook
File size: 2 MB

About the Author

Born in 1973, Brett C. Persson is an author and recovering addict who channels his experiences into thought-provoking poetry and prose. As the author of his debut book, "Poetry Of An Addict," and several other collections, Brett offers poignant insights into the life of a recovering addict, exploring universal themes through descriptive wordplay and vivid imagery. He aims to reassure readers struggling with alcoholism that they are not alone, helping them find solace in the unique and expressive power of poetry. While Brett has stopped writing poetry, he continues to work on other written projects. He resides in Buckeye, Arizona, with his wonderful wife of 30 years, Kim. They have three grown daughters and one granddaughter.

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