A Velvet Increase of Curiosity

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A Velvet Increase of Curiosity

By (author): Lise Downe

This is the first book of poetry by the well-known painter, and her poetry reflects the influence of such writers as bpNichol and Tom Raworth. Downe’s poems are both intimate and emotionally powerful.

AUTHOR

Lise Downe

LISE DOWNE is the author of four previous collections of poetry: A Velvet Increase of Curiosity (1993), The Soft Signature (1997), Disturbances of Progress (2002) and This Way (2011). Lise also studied painting, printmaking, and jewellery design for many years. Originally from London, Ontario, Lise lives and works in Toronto.