"Tender Buttons" is a collection of avant-garde prose poems written by Gertrude Stein and published in 1914. The work is divided into three sections: "Objects," "Food," and "Rooms," each exploring everyday items and experiences through a unique, abstract lens. Stein's innovative use of language challenges traditional narrative forms and emphasizes the sound and rhythm of words. The poems in "Tender Buttons" often focus on the sensory qualities of objects, inviting readers to engage with them in new ways. Stein's experimental style reflects the broader modernist movement, which sought to break away from conventional artistic expressions and explore the complexities of perception and meaning.