JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Widower's Lament: After the death of the poet Wendy Barker, her grieving husband turns to the literature of loss.

  • Published In: American Scholar, 2024, v. 93, n. 2. P. 92 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kellman, Steven G. 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines the experience of a widower who is grieving the loss of his wife, a well-known poet and teacher. The widower finds solace and understanding in literature as he navigates his grief. The article also highlights the disparity between the representation of widows and widowers in literature, with widows' experiences being more commonly explored. The widower finds comfort in poems and writings that express the pain of loss and mourning. The article concludes with the author's personal reflection on his own experience of loss and the profound impact his wife had on his life. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Scholar. 2024/04, Vol. 93, Issue 2, p92
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0003-0937
  • Accession Number:175512851
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