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In selecting this dazzling first collection of poems as winner of the 1994 Walt Whitman Award, Robert Pinsky praised Jan Richman for the 'rowdy, restless intelligence' of her work. Indeed, all of the poems in Because the Brain Can Be Talked Into Anything are the result of a compulsive, unflinching inquisitiveness a desire to make some sense of modern life by scrutinizing the paradoxes and contradictions inherent in our world.Ultimately, among the surprising turns of language, the hard edges and twisted aphorisms of an outspoken narrator, the sense of personal history reemerges as haunting and essential. The book offers no formula for selfknowledge; it winnows and rummages and, finally, finds truth in irony. This satiric/sincere dualism comes brilliantly through in 'Why I'm the Boss'.As in all Richman's poems, the wisecracking, urbanhip tone gives way to an extremely personal world view, and the raw emotional underpinnings are finally revealed. These poems announce a fresh and powerful new voice.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Because the Brain Can Be Talked into Anything: Poems'? A: The main theme revolves around the exploration of modern life's paradoxes and contradictions through a lens of inquisitiveness, offering a blend of satire and sincerity.
- Q: Who is the author of this poetry collection? A: The author is Jan Richman, who won the 1994 Walt Whitman Award for this collection.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 64 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Because the Brain Can Be Talked into Anything' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of the book.
- Q: What condition is this used book in? A: This is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What can readers expect from Jan Richman's writing style? A: Readers can expect a wise-cracking, urban-hip tone that transitions into a deeply personal worldview, revealing raw emotional layers.
- Q: Are there any notable poems in this collection? A: Yes, one notable poem is 'Why I'm the Boss', which exemplifies the book's satirical and sincere dualism.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would enjoy this poetry collection? A: This collection appeals to readers who appreciate contemporary poetry that challenges perceptions and explores deep emotional truths.