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Leaving the Atocha Station,New
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Adam Gordon is a brilliant, if highly unreliable, young American poet on a prestigious fellowship in Madrid, struggling to establish his sense of self and his relationship to art. What is actual when our experiences are mediated by language, technology, medication, and the arts? Is poetry an essential art form, or merely a screen for the reader's projections? Instead of following the dictates of his fellowship, Adams research becomes a meditation on the possibility of the genuine in the arts and beyond: are his relationships with the people he meets in Spain as fraudulent as he fears his poems are? A witness to the 2004 Madrid train bombings and their aftermath, does he participate in historic events or merely watch them pass him by?In prose that veers between the comic and tragic, the selfcontemptuous and the inspired, Leaving the Atocha Station is a portrait of the artist as a young man in an age of Google searches, pharmaceuticals, and spectacle.Born in Topeka, Kansas, in 1979, Ben Lerner is the author of three books of poetry The Lichtenberg Figures, Angle of Yaw, and Mean Free Path. He has been a finalist for the National Book Award and the Northern California Book Award, a Fulbright Scholar in Spain, and the recipient of a 20102011 Howard Foundation Fellowship. In 2011 he became the first American to win the Preis der Stadt Mnster fr Internationale Poesie. Leaving the Atocha Station is his first novel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Leaving the Atocha Station'? A: 'Leaving the Atocha Station' explores themes of identity, authenticity in art, and the impact of external events on personal experiences, particularly through the lens of a young poet's journey in Madrid.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Leaving the Atocha Station'? A: The author of 'Leaving the Atocha Station' is Ben Lerner, an acclaimed poet and novelist known for his insightful exploration of contemporary themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Leaving the Atocha Station' is available in a paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'Leaving the Atocha Station' published? A: 'Leaving the Atocha Station' was published on August 23, 2011.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Leaving the Atocha Station'? A: The book contains 186 pages, providing a concise yet impactful reading experience.
- Q: Is 'Leaving the Atocha Station' suitable for readers interested in political themes? A: Yes, the book falls under the 'Political' category and addresses themes related to identity and societal events.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Ben Lerner? A: Readers can expect a writing style that blends the comic and tragic, featuring introspective prose that examines the complexities of modern life and art.
- Q: Is there any notable recognition for the author, Ben Lerner? A: Yes, Ben Lerner has received several accolades, including being a finalist for the National Book Award and winning the Preis der Stadt Münster für Internationale Poesie.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: 'Leaving the Atocha Station' is available in its Second Printing edition.
- Q: What are the main character's challenges in 'Leaving the Atocha Station'? A: The main character, Adam Gordon, grapples with establishing his identity, navigating his fellowship, and confronting the authenticity of his relationships and artistic expressions.