Breathing in the Fullness of Time
Format:Hardback
Publisher:University of Nebraska Press
Published:1st Apr '09
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The fourth and final installment of Kloefkorn's insightful and lyrical memoir
In Breathing in the Fullness of Time, poet William Kloefkorn offers a deeply personal exploration of life's moments, both mundane and extraordinary. This fourth and final volume of his memoir series diverges from the elemental themes of the previous books—water, fire, and earth—by embracing the ethereal nature of air. Kloefkorn's reflections capture the essence of his experiences, blending humor and poignancy as he recounts memories that resonate with universal truths.
Kloefkorn's storytelling prowess shines as he shares anecdotes from various phases of his life, including his time in college football, his service in the Marines, and the simple joys of drifting on the Loup River. His recollections also touch on significant milestones, such as marrying his childhood sweetheart and returning to Nebraska to teach. Through these narratives, Kloefkorn paints a vivid picture of life as it unfolds, emphasizing that even fleeting moments hold profound meaning.
The memoir is a testament to the idea that while time may pass, the experiences we gather remain with us, shaping our identities. Kloefkorn's unique voice and keen observations invite readers to reflect on their own journeys, making Breathing in the Fullness of Time not just a memoir, but a shared exploration of what it means to live fully and authentically.
“With homespun candor and hard-won recognition, Kloefkorn’s reveries reveal the persuasive benediction of a life well lived.”—Booklist
"Nothing attracts a reader to a book like humor and charm, both of which this author exhibits in abundance. . . . What makes this volume so gratifying is how the essays span a complete life and are integrated into a cohesive whole. The language and phrasing, the poetry that is woven through the book, the images and description, and his humor weave the stories together and provide the reader with a deeply satisfying reading experience."—Aline Soules, ForeWord magazine
"I don't know anyone who would not love this book."—Charles Stephen, Lincoln Journal Star
"Nobody is a better storyteller than Bill Kloefkorn—you wish these Mark Twain monologues would go on forever. Finishing Breathing in the Fullness of Time, you want to invent some fifth element beyond air, earth, fire, and water to occasion one more volume."—David Pichaske, Great Plains Quarterly
"If you read this book, you'll love its big arms. To use one of my children's words, you'll find it breathing in the fullerness of time."—Don Welch, Nebraska Life
"Kloefkorn's appreciation for life and the people significant to his life is clearly evident throughout the book, one that ended too soon. Breathing in the Fullness of Time is the fourth in a four-part memoir. If this book is a first experience with a Kloefkorn memoir, as it was mine, it's time to start with the first part of the series."—Conrad Davidson, North Dakota Quarterly
“Kloefkorn may be the most readable writer on the planet. Reading this book is like listening to a great storyteller with perfect pace pinning you to your chair. It’s a delight to read. . . . This book made me laugh out loud, and at other times was so poignant and elegiac and lovely that I had to stop reading and gather my emotions before continuing. It’s that generous, that quietly good, that rich in its view of humanity—and so very, very well written.”—Kent Meyers, the author of The Work of Wolves and The Witness of Combines
ISBN: 9780803219328
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 454g
244 pages