Dart by Alice Oswald
"Dart" is a narrative poem that traces the journey of the River Dart in Devon, England, from its source to the sea. The poem is a vivid exploration of the river's natural and human environments, and the voices of the people who live and work along its banks. It is a celebration of the river's vitality and diversity, and a meditation on the complex interplay between nature and human activity.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 58th on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)
- 60th on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)