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The mystic's moment of illumination shares with great poetry the liberating power of the deepest levels of consciousness. In the words of William Blake, 'If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to a man as it is, infinite.'Poetry, Wilson argues, is a contradiction of the habitual prison of daily life and shows the way to transcend the ordinary world through an act of intense attentionand intention. The poet, like the mystic, is subject to sudden ''peak experiences'' when ''everything we look upon is blessed.'' W.B. Yeats, Dostoevsky, Gautama Buddha, Kazantzakis, Van Gogh, Rupert Brooke, Arunja, Nietzsche, A.L. Rouse, Jacob Boehme, Suzuki, Edgar Allan Poe: their visionary understanding can generate an awareness in each of us of our potential to open the floodgates of inner energy that creates mystic experience.Colin Wilson first received international acclaim in 1956 for The Outsider. ''Ever since I was thirteen, I have been obsessed by the question of the nature of mystical experience,'' he writes, and from that time he has been on a quest of the mystical in poetry, religion, and psychology.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Poetry and Mysticism'? A: 'Poetry and Mysticism' explores the deep connection between poetry and mystical experiences, arguing that great poetry can liberate consciousness and transcend ordinary life.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Poetry and Mysticism' is Colin Wilson, an acclaimed writer known for his exploration of mystical experiences.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been used but is well-preserved.
- Q: How many pages does 'Poetry and Mysticism' have? A: 'Poetry and Mysticism' contains 256 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Poetry and Mysticism' is a paperback, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: When was 'Poetry and Mysticism' published? A: 'Poetry and Mysticism' was published on January 1, 2001.
- Q: Is this book a new edition or a used copy? A: This listing is for the 'F First Paperback Edition Used' of 'Poetry and Mysticism', indicating it is a first edition in used condition.
- Q: What are some features of this book? A: The book is described as a used book in good condition, emphasizing its readability despite being pre-owned.
- Q: What genre does 'Poetry and Mysticism' belong to? A: 'Poetry and Mysticism' falls under the genre of Essays, focusing on philosophical and literary themes.
- Q: Can I expect insights from various thinkers in this book? A: Yes, 'Poetry and Mysticism' includes insights from various thinkers and artists, such as W.B. Yeats and Edgar Allan Poe, exploring their contributions to understanding mystical experiences.