A chorus of diverse voices emerges from the ordinary to make sense of the invisible. This collection gathers Laurance Wieder's poetry from 1966 to 2018, presenting a roughly chronological assembly of his work. The poems explore a wide range of perspectives, from historical figures like Franz Schubert and John Wayne to fictional characters such as Goofy, and even an Italian anarchist carpenter. Through these varied voices, Wieder engages in a lyrical dialogue with the world, seeking to find meaning in the everyday.

This collection showcases Laurance Wieder's extensive poetic career, offering a broad spectrum of voices and thematic explorations. The poems are noted for their ability to draw profound insights from common experiences, engaging with diverse perspectives from historical figures to fictional characters. The work suggests a deep engagement with the world, seeking to articulate the invisible through lyrical means. The chronological arrangement allows readers to trace the evolution of the poet's voice and concerns over five decades.