Beautiful Sorrow
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About the Book
In Beautiful Sorrow, James Vincent Xexaviar takes a candid look into tranquil moments through the eyes of a poet who brings an intimacy to nearly any situation. The poems of this collection blend crisp images with settings which at first glance seem ordinary, but transform into deeply meaningful situations that create a stir within the soul of the reader. In a variety of situations that range from watching television at 2 AM to telling “What Shakespeare Didn’t Know”, Xexaviar provides another brilliant collection of verse to be cherished and enjoyed for years to come.
About the Author
In 1997 James Vincent Xexaviar studied nursing until cardiac and vascular illnesses forced him to withdraw from his studies. It was during this time of great physical ailment that he discovered his abilities as a writer. Since then Xexaviar has had numerous poems published in literary magazines in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, eight of which are presented within this text. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Xexaviar now spends his time studying at Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he is completing a Master’s degree in English.