"The most companionable of poetic companions."–The New York Times
"Collins continues his penchant for writing witty, companionable verse that's often rooted in everyday matters."–The Wall Street Journal
"Collins writes of time and death with humor and whirligig images and wordplay so unexpected and delectable, reading his poetry is like watching a magician transform ordinary objects–a coin, a card–into something breathtaking out of thin air."–
Booklist "This is the poet's richest work to date."–
Newsday "Beloved, witty, smart, yet accessible."
–St. Petersburg Times "Billy Collins is one of today's most popular poets, revered for his ability to evoke humor and heartbreak in verses both subtle and sagacious."
–Wisconsin State Journal
