Poet Sage Marshall reads from "Echolocation"

Sage Marshall’s debut poetry collection Echolocation provides a profound and essential perspective on contemporary masculinity and Western literature. This sonically charged presentation intricately weaves the landscapes and ecologies of the American West against themes of violence, adolescence, and beauty.

Marshall’s critical yet compassionate examination of the brutality of boyhood and prevailing notions of masculinity offers a vital perspective on gender issues in today’s world. His deep attunement with the natural world infuses the collection with moments of clarity and grace amidst the reality of violence and pain. He questions contemporary social conventions while delving into timeless themes of grief, growth, and human connection.

About the author: Sage Marshall is a poet, essayist, and outdoors journalist from southwest Colorado. He has lived across the U.S. and currently resides in Western Montana, where he explores the rivers and mountains around Missoula with his partner Bela and their adopted bird dog Gunney. He’s…