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He's a poet for our time like Ginsberg was for his.'Eileen Myles'Conrad's work shows us that the body itself is the first source of alienation and estrangement from the self, and is thus the true subject of poetry. Only by engaging this body . . . can we achieve transport.'BookforumWhat is the best Love you've ever had in this world? Be quiet while thinking about that Love. If someone comes along and starts talking, quietly shoo them away, you're busy, you're a poet with a penny in your mouth. . . . Now get your pen and paper and write about POVERTY, write line after line about starvation and deprivation from the voice of one who has been Loved in this world.CAConrad's (Soma)tic exercises desire to literally crack open existence as we know it. A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon is an essential howto book for anyone interested in breaking through their perceived limitations to become a more politically and physically engaged writer. Incorporating unorthodox steps in the writing process, these twentyseven exercises and their corresponding poems confirm Conrad's unwavering belief in poetry as a necessary practice for being.CAConrad, a 2011 PEW Fellow in the Arts, is the author of five books of poetry, including The Book of Frank (Wave Books, 2010/Chax Press, 2009). He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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- Q: What is 'A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics' about? A: 'A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics' by CAConrad explores the connection between the body and poetry, encouraging readers to engage in writing exercises that challenge their perceptions and limitations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics' is CAConrad, a poet and 2011 PEW Fellow in the Arts.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics' consists of 240 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 3, 2012.
- Q: What is the main theme of the writing exercises in the book? A: The writing exercises in the book focus on breaking through personal limitations and fostering a politically and physically engaged writing practice.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and experienced poets looking to expand their writing techniques through unique exercises.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics' belongs to the Poetry genre.
- Q: Can this book help with personal reflection and growth? A: Yes, the exercises encourage personal reflection and growth by prompting readers to explore their experiences and emotions through writing.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other poetry books? A: This book is unique due to its incorporation of somatic exercises into the writing process, aiming to deepen the connection between the body and poetic expression.