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Discover the profound poetry of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Stephen Dunn in his latest collection, "Whereas". This compelling book delves into the intricacies of truth-telling and the comforting fictions we craft in daily life. Spanning 80 pages and published in 2019 by W W Norton & Company, this brand new edition invites readers to explore the nuanced oddities of logic and the whimsical nature of human reasoning. Dunn's poems resonate with a graceful rhythm, skillfully balancing humor and seriousness, as they dissect the superstitions and complexities intertwined with our everyday experiences. From the seemingly mundane household objects that defy expectation to the quest for meaning amid a chaotic world, Dunn offers insightful reflections on the surprising revelations that arise within our communities. "Whereas" encourages us to embrace the beauty found in the ordinary while acknowledging the absurdity of making affirmations. Perfect for poetry enthusiasts, this collection inspires rethinking and reflection, making it an essential addition to your library. Don’t miss out on your chance to enrich your literary collection with a masterpiece that celebrates magic and introspection. Enjoy free shipping on this item. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393356526
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 80
Description:
Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Dunn examines the difficulties of telling the truth, and the fictions with which we choose to live.
Incisively capturing the oddities of our logic and the whimsies of our reason, the poems in Whereas show there is always another side to a story. With graceful rhythm and equal parts humor and seriousness, Stephen Dunn considers the superstition and sophistry embedded in everyday life: household objects that seem to turn against us, the search for meaning in the barrage of daily news, the surprising confessions between neighbors across a row of hedges. Finding beauty in the ordinary, this collection affirms the absurdity of making affirmations, allowing room for more rethinking, reflection, revision, prayer, and magic in the world.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393356526
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 80
Description:
Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Dunn examines the difficulties of telling the truth, and the fictions with which we choose to live.
Incisively capturing the oddities of our logic and the whimsies of our reason, the poems in Whereas show there is always another side to a story. With graceful rhythm and equal parts humor and seriousness, Stephen Dunn considers the superstition and sophistry embedded in everyday life: household objects that seem to turn against us, the search for meaning in the barrage of daily news, the surprising confessions between neighbors across a row of hedges. Finding beauty in the ordinary, this collection affirms the absurdity of making affirmations, allowing room for more rethinking, reflection, revision, prayer, and magic in the world.