All in a Pretty Little Row by Dan Provost is a collection of ten of his chapbooks from 2004-2022
All in a Pretty Little Row by Dan Provost, published by Roadside Press, is a collection of raw and unapologetic poetry that delves into the turbulent depths of one man's life journey. In this chronicle of personal evolution, Dan Provost's powerful and honest voice takes center stage, reflecting the spectrum of human experience.
Dan's poetry, often marked by his generosity, grapples with life's harsh realities, presenting a thousand examples of its unfairness and the myriad ways individuals cope with it, even if it perpetuates cycles of misery.
This collection is a poignant journey through Dan's life and his battle with internal demons, offering readers the opportunity to witness his evolution as a writer and chronicler of uncomfortable circumstances. Structured chronologically, the book maps his progress through trial-and-error lessons, ultimately leading to the faint glimmer of hope that persists, even in the face of life's harshest realities.
All in a Pretty Little Row is not for the faint of heart; it is a compelling read that pushes readers out of their comfort zones. It is an invitation to join Dan Provost on his disturbing, incredible, and profoundly personal journey-a journey that reminds us that peace of mind is something to be earned, not handed out, and that there may yet be hope, however intangible, on the horizon.
Prepare to be moved and challenged as you immerse yourself in the vivid and unvarnished work of Dan Provost, a poet who knows how to speak to the heart of the human experience like few others can.