Spells Against the Darkness

Spells Against the Darkness

  • By: Roderick MacDonald
  • Pages:104
  • Publisher:Pownal Street Press
  • Themes:poetry for wintery nights, dark and beautiful poetry, lyrical poetry, mystical poetry, canadian poetry
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  • Available:10/21/2025
Paperback
9781998129577
$22.95

Spells Against the Darkness is a compelling and enjoyable exploration of the intimate and universal. From the peace of a Prince Edward Island country lane, to the clamour of New York City, classic poet Rod MacDonald draws on a variety of lyrical styles to weave his stories into verse.

"Incantations for lobster and baseball, fireflies and oatmeal, these poems seek to conjure the sublime from the everyday. With a bold feel for the line, a commitment to rhyme, and a strong sense of humour, Roderick MacDonald insists on the place of joy and fun in poetry. “People rush too much / I prefer steady and slow.” These poems tell spare truths, shaded with river and dune. Unabashed and unpretentious, MacDonald’s spells offer a spirit of lightness, a welcome levity for a sombre world."

– David Huebert, Author of Oil People (2024)

"Through seasonal shifts and gifts for the senses, this collection is a balm for difficult times. As the title suggests, Spells Against the Darkness: Verses of Quiet Magic is gentle guidance on how to see the magic in the mundane. It is a beautiful compilation of (extra)ordinary moments that feels like taking a deep breath of fresh air."

– Julie Bull is a poet, spoken-word artist, and author of (h)i(d)sight 20/20, be(com)ing me, and (trans)forming

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