caracabe reviewed Proof of Existence by Phyllis Becker
“In this fascinating memoir in verse, Phyllis Becker traces the history of her family, described …
Phyllis Becker’s Proof of Existence
5 stars
Disclosure: Phyllis Becker and I have been friends for many years.
This is a wonderful collection of poems, with subjects ranging from family history (and its larger context) to personal history (and its larger context). Phyllis nicely balances wry humor with sorrow, indignation, and gratitude. Her use of language is familiar without being dull and lyrical without being pretentious.