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Darkness Spoken: The Collected Poems of Ingeborg Bachmann (German Edition),Used
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Darkness Spoken gathers together Ingeborg Bachmanns two celebrated books of poetry, as well as early and late poems not collected in book form, over 100 of them appearing in English for the first time, as well as 25 poems never before published in German. Bachmann is considered one of the most important poets to emerge in postwar German letters, and this volume represents the largest collection available in English translation. Influencing numerous writers from Thomas Bernhard to Christa Wolf to Elfriede Jelinek (winner of the 2004 Nobel Prize in Literature), Bachmanns poetic investigation into the nature and limits of language in the face of historical violence remains unmatched in its ability to combine philosophical insight with haunting lyricism.Bachmann was born in 1926 in Klagenfurt, Austria. She studied philosophy at the universities of Innsbruck, Graz, and Vienna. In 1953 she received the poetry prize from Gruppe 47 for her first volume, Borrowed Time (Die gestundete Zeit). Her second collection, Invocation of the Great Bear (Anrufung des groen Bren), appeared in 1956. Her various awards include the Georg Bchner Prize, the Berlin Critics Prize, the Bremen Award, and the Austrian State Prize for Literature. Writing and publishing essays, opera libretti, short stories, and novels as well, she divided her time between Munich, Zurich, Berlin, and Rome, where she died from a fire in her apartment in 1973.Peter Filkins has published two volumes of poetry, What She Knew (1998) and After Homer (2002), and has translated Bachmanns The Book of Franza and Requiem for Fanny Goldmann. He is the recipient of an Outstanding Translation Award from the American Literary Translators Association and the Berlin Prize from the American Academy in Berlin. He teaches at Simons Rock College of Bard in Great Barrington, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Darkness Spoken' by Ingeborg Bachmann? A: The main theme of 'Darkness Spoken' revolves around the nature and limits of language in the context of historical violence, exploring how poetry can express profound philosophical insights and emotional depth.
- Q: How many poems are included in this collection? A: This collection features over 100 poems that are appearing in English for the first time, along with 25 poems that have never been published in German.
- Q: What are the key features of this edition? A: This edition is a bilingual paperback, containing both German and English translations of Bachmann's poetry, and it is in new condition.
- Q: Who is the translator of this collection? A: The translator of 'Darkness Spoken' is Peter Filkins, who has also translated other works by Ingeborg Bachmann.
- Q: When was 'Darkness Spoken' published? A: The collection was published on October 1, 2005.
- Q: What is the significance of Ingeborg Bachmann in literature? A: Ingeborg Bachmann is considered one of the most important poets of postwar German literature, influencing many notable writers and contributing significantly to the exploration of existential themes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Darkness Spoken' have? A: The collection contains 688 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to poetry? A: Yes, 'Darkness Spoken' is suitable for both poetry enthusiasts and those new to poetry, as it offers a rich exploration of themes and accessible translations.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition features a paperback binding.