Book Launch
w/ Amber Albritton

Join Addison's as we host author Amber Albritton for the launch of her new book "The Indignity of Knowing: Perspectives in Verse of a Military Life." This event will consists of a reading and book signing of Amber Albritton's debut book, "The Indignity of Knowing." This book is a collection of essays and hybrid poetry. It is a love letter to US Service Members, while simultaneously critical of those who would fling bodies in front of weapons  to affect matters better handled by diplomacy.

 

Light refreshments will be provided. 

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A Short Essay From the Book:

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On the News Six Days After[1]

 

Fat necked politicians point soft-palmed, un-calloused fingers,

Blame, as useless as regret or jealousy, from the

Comfort and safety of their air-conditioned 

Offices and leather swivel chairs.

While those rough men take an infant

             Like a squealing goat from its mother

             Offer so gently, pass the baby over the

Razored concertina wire wrapped wall

            Holds off machetes & well-funded

Guns raised to mow down each subvert

            If breathing is subversive, all my

Breath leaves me as I watch, helpless.  The baby’s cry

            Audible over ruin. The soldier hollering I’ve got you.

I’ve got you.

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-Amber Albritton 

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When: Friday, October 8th, 7-9pm

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Where: Addison's Bookstore | 126 S Gay Street

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Author Bio:​

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"Amber Albritton lives with her family and dog in Knoxville, Tennessee. Though she grew up traveling extensively in a military family, East Tennessee is her land, and these are her people. She teaches for the English Department at the University of Tennessee, in Knoxville, where she is currently working on two more books. THE INDIGNITY OF KNOWING is her debut poetry collection." 

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