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All Things

Year

2025

Language

ENGLISH

Publication Information

John Franson

Summary

In All Things, John Franson captures the beauty and fragility of rural life, the rhythms of nature, and the quiet moments that shape the human spirit. From the thawing fields of Idaho to the soft rain over old fences and barns, these poems honor the labor of hands, the stillness of reflection, and the resilience of hope.Through vivid imagery and compassionate observation, Franson's verses explore themes of faith, loss, renewal, and belonging - where every creature, season, and memory becomes part of a living cycle. His voice, shaped by years of healing as a rural physician and farmer, brings both clarity and reverence to the simple and profound.All Things is a tender and meditative collection for readers who find poetry in the natural world, in work well done, and in the sacred ordinary moments of everyday life.Perfect for fans of Wendell Berry, Mary Oliver, and Ted Kooser, this debut collection reminds us that grace can be found everywhere - in shoveling water, fixing fences, or watching light settle across a familiar field.

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