Exploring Time, Memory, and Identity in Poetry

This chapter delves into Brenda Shaughnessy's poem 'I Have a Time Machine' and its thematic parallels with C.D. Wright's work, focusing on the concepts of time, memory, and identity. It discusses the limitations of time travel, reflections on regret and missed opportunities, and the intertwining of consciousness and experiences. The chapter also touches on intergenerational trauma, familial connections, and the role of poetry in self-discovery.