Daywork

DayworkDiscover the profound depth of Daywork, a mesmerizing trade paperback published by Milkweed Editions. This remarkable new book, set for release in 2024, is a transformative exploration of art's enduring impact against the fleeting nature of human life. Acclaimed author Jessica Fisher, known for her breathtaking works Frail Craft and Inmost, invites readers on a journey through time, addressing themes that echo the fallen empire of Rome. In Daywork,

Discover the profound depth of Daywork, a mesmerizing trade paperback published by Milkweed Editions. This remarkable new book, set for release in 2024, is a transformative exploration of art's enduring impact against the fleeting nature of human life. Acclaimed author Jessica Fisher, known for her breathtaking works Frail-Craft and Inmost, invites readers on a journey through time, addressing themes that echo the fallen empire of Rome.

In Daywork, Jessica Fisher employs the concept of the giornata, referring to the daily sections of wet plaster that artists use in fresco painting. Each 'day' captured in these sections symbolizes not just art, but the intricate dance of permanence and ephemerality in our lives. With her distinct voice, poised yet urgent, Fisher examines how time shapes our understanding of history while also revealing hidden beauty and violence intertwined within.

This captivating poetry collection merges reflection and revolution, presenting daily struggles and the monumentalization of experience. Daywork is more than just a literary offering; it’s an elegiac commentary on existence and art, a must-have for poetry lovers and enthusiasts of profound literary explorations. Dive into this enriching experience and discover how each poem serves as a testament to the delicate balance between memory, creation, and historical reflection.