Clay by David Groff published by Trio House Press, Inc., 2013 softcover in very good used condition "This collection was honored with the 2012 Louise Bogan Award for Artistic Merit and Excellence and was a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award in Gay Poetry. ​In Clay, Groff explores themes of love, loss, identity, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly within the context of the LGBTQ+ experience. The poems are noted for their emotional depth and linguistic precision, offering readers a reflective journey through personal and collective histories. The title Clay is a tribute to Groff's husband, Clay Williams, symbolizing themes of malleability and transformation in human connections." #book #gift #paperback #poetry #philosophy