Allison Cobb

About the Author

Allison Cobb is a poet and essayist whose work delves into the intricate intersections of ecology, history, and human experience, often drawing from the landscapes and archives of the American West. Raised in New Mexico, she brings a keen eye for environmental detail to her writing, blending personal narrative with rigorous research to uncover hidden stories of place and displacement. Her debut collection, Green-Wood, explores the storied cemetery in Brooklyn as a microcosm of urban evolution and natural reclamation, earning praise for its lyrical precision and ecological insight. Cobb's prose and poetry have appeared in numerous journals, and she continues to advocate for environmental justice through her multifaceted literary practice, inviting readers to reconsider their connections to the natural world.