Mayakovsky's Revolver: Poems - Paperback

Mayakovsky's Revolver: Poems by Matthew Dickman

Mayakovsky's Revolver is an award-winning poetry collection from Matthew Dickman, one of contemporary American poetry's most distinctive voices. Published by W. W. Norton & Company, this paperback edition showcases Dickman's raw, visceral approach to exploring memory, family, and the haunting landscapes of personal experience.

About This Poetry Collection

Through vivid imagery and unflinching emotional honesty, Dickman crafts poems that blend the everyday with the profound. The collection takes its title from the famous Soviet poet Vladimir Mayakovsky, drawing connections between personal and historical narratives of loss and transformation.

from "Mayakovsky's Revolver"

I keep thinking about the way
blackberries will make the mouth
of an eight year old look like he's a ghost
that's been shot in the face. In the dark I can see
my older brother walking through the tall brush
of his brain. I can see him standing
in the lobby of the hotel,
alone, crying along with the ice machine.

This excerpt exemplifies Dickman's ability to transform ordinary moments into striking emotional landscapes. His poetry moves seamlessly between childhood memories and adult reflections, creating a deeply personal yet universally resonant reading experience.

About Matthew Dickman

Matthew Dickman is the award-winning author of Wonderland, Mayakovsky's Revolver, and All-American Poem, winner of the May Sarton Prize for Poetry from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Based in Portland, Oregon, Dickman has established himself as a vital voice in 21st century American poetry, known for his accessible yet profound explorations of human experience.

Perfect For

• Readers of contemporary American poetry
• Fans of confessional and narrative poetry styles
• Literary gift seekers looking for award-winning collections
• Poetry enthusiasts exploring modern voices
• Those interested in Norton Poetry publications

This paperback edition makes Dickman's acclaimed work accessible for personal collections, book clubs, and literary studies. As a quick read under $15, it serves as an excellent introduction to one of contemporary poetry's most compelling voices.