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Between Nothing and Nothing at All - Selected Poems

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Discover a groundbreaking bilingual poetry collection Between Nothing and Nothing at all  that delves into existence, memory, and spirituality.This unique volume by the Californian poet Michael Han...
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  • 29 September 2026
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Discover a groundbreaking bilingual poetry collection Between Nothing and Nothing at all  that delves into existence, memory, and spirituality.

This unique volume by the Californian poet Michael Hannon presents an assembly of contemporary poetry, featuring original English texts paired with their German translations. Set against the backdrop of modern life, the poems navigate profound themes of existence and identity, inviting readers on an introspective journey that melds personal reflections with universal truths. Each piece has been crafted to resonate with a diverse audience, bridging linguistic and cultural divides, making it an accessible treasure for lovers of poetry and language alike.

This collection showcases a contemporary voice that intertwines beauty with philosophical insight. Readers will encounter contemplation on nature, love, morality, and the quest for meaning, creating a rich tapestry of emotions and thoughts. The work explores the interplay of the mundane and the mythic, encouraging readers from various backgrounds to connect and reflect on their own experiences.

Ideal for students, poetry aficionados, and anyone intrigued by cultural exchange, this book not only offers a glimpse into the human condition but also serves as a resource for language learners and comparative literature enthusiasts. 

Featuring original illustrations by acclaimed Californian artist William T. Wiley, this edition represents a remarkable convergence of literary and visual arts. Wiley, a founding figure of the Bay Area Funk Art movement and professor emeritus at UC Davis, brings his distinctive artistic vision to complement the collection's philosophical depth. Known for his mystical watercolors and intricate mixed-media works that seamlessly blend text with visual imagery, Wiley's illustrations create a perfect harmony with the poetry's exploration of existence and meaning.

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Price: $25.00
Pages: 140
Publisher: PalmArtPress
Imprint: PalmArtPress
Publication Date: 29 September 2026
ISBN: 9783962582364
Format: Hardcover
BISACs: POETRY / Subjects & Themes / Death, Grief, Loss, Modern and contemporary poetry / poems, POETRY / Subjects & Themes / Love & Erotica, POETRY / American / General, PHILOSOPHY / Movements / Existentialism, Poetry / poems by individual poets, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Drawing & drawings, Metaphysical / philosophical fiction
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Michael Hannon was born in California in 1939. He has been writing and publishing poetry for nearly six decades. His work has appeared in numerous journals and anthologies. Much of his work has been published by California’s leading book arts in limited editions. His thirty-year collaboration with the artist William T. Wiley has produced books, sculptures, prints and paintings, as well as shows at major galleries, and museums.

I like the humor of his seriousness, and the seriousness of his humor. – William T. Wiley

Contents


"A Stone …" / "That River, too dark …"

Slender Means

Self-Knowledge

The Bear

False Spring

The Gift

An Angel

The Muse

Chimeras

Goodbye

Evening

Song

Unzen

Stations

Time & Materials

Fragment of the original Directive

Lucifer

Michael the Archangel

Angel of Song

At the Crossroad

Angel of Death 

What Comes Next

Blessing & Dispersal

Under the Volcano

Letter Poem

Subterranean

History of War

Marmo’s Landing

Heartland

Double

Omega

Archival

December

Enigma

The Bath

Mundane

Conceit

Fire Sermon

Literary

Eros

Pastoral

For Beauty

Acacia

Figments

Pilgrim

Perfect

Fables

From the Lyrica Poems

Harpoon for the Dreamer

Below Zero

Poem at Year’s End

The Song, Not the Singer

Ouroboros

Five A.M.

Poem for Mercy at the Winter Solstice

Where the River Runs Black

Privilege

Once More

Mask

Where We Are Going