The Honeymoon Wilderness is Pier Giorgio Di Cicco’s first full-length collection of new poetry to be published since 1986 when he withdrew from the world of literature to join a monastery. These are poems of fear and wonder from a man deeply engaged in the contemplation of the everyday. They resonate with the surprising imagery and heart-wrenching lyrical intelligence that is the hallmark of Di Cicco’s best work. The Honeymoon Wilderness amply demonstrates why Di Cicco must still be considered one of our major, essential poets.