Bruce Jennings

Bruce Jennings

Developmental Director for CHN Press and Senior Fellow at the Center for Humans and Nature.

About the Author

Bruce Jennings is a professor at Vanderbilt University, where he teaches on ethical and social matters in healthcare. With a career focused on end-of-life care, hospice and palliative care, long-term care and chronic disability, and health equity and justice, Jennings has established himself as a renowned voice in the field. His insightful writings on these topics have garnered widespread recognition and acclaim.

In addition to his extensive work in healthcare ethics, Jennings’s creative spirit finds inspiration in the realm of poetry. Much like his exploration of ethical issues, his poetic endeavors are deeply rooted in themes of belonging, caring, aging, love, and loss. Through his poems, Jennings delves into the intricate tapestry of human emotions and experiences, seeking to unravel the complexities that shape our lives.

What I Would Not Part With” marks Jennings’s debut as a published poet. With this collection, he unveils his creative expression’s deeply personal and intimate side. Drawing from his own journey of profound loss and grief, Jennings’s poems transcend the boundaries of language, touching the hearts and souls of readers with their emotional beauty and resonance.

In poetry, Jennings’s unique perspective shines through as he navigates the intricate landscapes of healing and loss. His verses offer solace, hope, and inspiration to those who have experienced loss while reminding us of the indomitable human spirit that can emerge from the darkest times.

Through his distinguished career and now with his poetry, Bruce Jennings continues to leave an ineradicable mark on the literary and ethical landscapes. With his first published volume of poetry, he invites readers on a transformative journey, inviting them to explore the depths of their own emotions and discover the power of healing through words.

Let yourself loose in the captivating world of Bruce Jennings’s poetry as he gracefully weaves together the threads of vulnerability, resilience, and profound wisdom. Join him on this emotional exploration of the human condition, where every word carries the weight of shared experiences and the hope of emotive healing.

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