Sea Change
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"Sea Change" is a poetry collection by Jorie Graham, published in 2008. The poems in this collection address themes of global warming and environmental irresponsibility, serving as a warning about the dangers of ecological neglect.1
The phrase "sea change" itself, originating from Shakespeare's The Tempest, historically refers to a profound and marked transformation. While it once implied a significant metamorphosis, its usage has broadened to describe any substantial change. Graham's collection utilizes this concept to explore urgent contemporary issues, particularly the environmental crisis.21
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