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Nobel laureate Octavio Paz's premier long poem Sunstone/Piedra de Sol is here presented as a separate volume, with beautiful illustrations from an eighteenthcentury treatise on the Mexican calendar. Presented in Eliot Weinberger's excellent new translation with the Spanish texts en face, this is the 1957 poem 'that definitively established Paz as a major international figure' (Sagetrieb). Written as a single cyclical sentence (at the end of the poem the first six lines are written again), Sunstone is a tour de force of momentum. It takes as its structural basis the circular Aztec calendar, which measured the synodic period of the planet Venus (584 daysthe number of lines of Sunstone). But, as The New Republic noted, 'this esoteric correlative design...does not circumscribe its subject. [It is] a lyrically discursive exploration of time and memory, of erotic love, or art and writing.' Blackandwhite illustrations
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six point one inches in length, eight point three one inches in height, and zero point three one inches in width.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains sixty pages, providing a concise yet rich reading experience.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is paperback bound, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sunstone/Piedra De Sol'? A: The author of this book is Octavio Paz, a Nobel laureate renowned for his literary contributions.
- Q: What is the primary theme of 'Sunstone/Piedra De Sol'? A: The primary theme revolves around time, memory, and erotic love, explored through a cyclical poetic structure.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers of various ages due to its poetic nature.
- Q: How should I care for this paperback book? A: To keep the book in good condition, store it upright in a cool, dry place and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Q: Can this book be read in Spanish? A: Yes, the book includes Spanish texts alongside the English translation for bilingual readers.
- Q: Is there any specific way to read this poem? A: The poem is meant to be read in a contemplative manner, appreciating its cyclical and lyrical qualities.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact customer support for assistance with returns or replacements.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book features beautiful black-and-white illustrations from an eighteenth-century treatise on the Mexican calendar.
- Q: What genre does 'Sunstone/Piedra De Sol' belong to? A: This book belongs to the genre of poetry, specifically within Caribbean and Latin American literature.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty; however, check the return policy for any purchase guarantees.
- Q: What is the significance of the Aztec calendar in the poem? A: The Aztec calendar serves as the structural basis of the poem, reflecting its themes of cyclical time and memory.
- Q: How does this book compare to other works by Octavio Paz? A: This book is a significant work that established Paz as a major international figure, showcasing his unique poetic style.
- Q: Is this book available in other formats? A: Currently, this book is available only in paperback format, providing a tactile reading experience.