{"product_id":"it-is-the-land-that-gets-us-9798989644711","title":"\"It is the Land that Gets Us...\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIt is the Land that Gets Us - Kern River Valley Poetry and Art Anthology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis anthology brings together the voices and visions of the Kern River Valley through poetry and art. \"It is the Land that Gets Us...\" showcases the creative spirit of California's Kern River Valley community, capturing the landscape, nature, and regional character that defines this unique area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Poetry Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented by the Kern River Valley Art Association, this collaborative collection features contributions from local poets and artists who draw inspiration from the valley's distinctive geography and culture. The anthology represents a community art project that documents the creative expression of those who call this region home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Team\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEdited by John Peterson and Sandra Rose Hughes, two experienced voices in regional California literature. Their curation brings together diverse perspectives on the Kern River Valley landscape, creating a cohesive collection that speaks to both residents and visitors of this California region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePublication Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished by Poetic Matrix Press in April 2024, this paperback edition is part of the small press literary tradition that values regional voices and community storytelling. The anthology format allows multiple contributors to share their unique perspectives on place, nature, and the land that shapes their creative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection makes an ideal literary gift for poets, artists, and anyone interested in California regional literature. Whether you're familiar with the Kern River Valley or discovering it through these pages, the anthology offers insight into how landscape influences creative expression. Suitable for gifts for poets and artists who appreciate nature poetry and regional writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe anthology combines poetry with visual art, creating a multi-sensory exploration of the Kern River Valley. Contributors explore themes of landscape, nature, community, and the profound connection between people and place. Each piece reflects the collaborative spirit of the Kern River Valley Art Association and the broader artistic community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"It is the Land that Gets Us...\" serves as both a literary document and a celebration of regional identity, capturing the essence of California's Kern River Valley through the creative work of its residents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poetic Matrix Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50919591739666,"sku":"9798989644711","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a59614fa-8cbe-45e8-ba76-a5150bc3c811.jpg?v=1738899363","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/it-is-the-land-that-gets-us-9798989644711","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}