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The Back Country,New
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A reaffirmation of a back country of the spirit.'Kirkus Reviews This collection is made up of four sections: 'Far West'poems of the Western mountain country where, as a young man. Gary Snyder worked as a logger and forest ranger; 'Far East'poems written between 1956 and 1964 in Japan where he studied Zen at the monastery in Kyoto; 'Kali'poems inspired by a visit to India and his reading of Indian religious texts, particularly those of Shivaism and Tibetan Buddhism; and 'Back'poems done on his return to this country in 1964 which look again at our West with the eyes of India and Japan. The book concludes with a group of translations of the Japanese poet Miyazawa Kenji (18961933), with whose work Snyder feels a close affinity. The title, The Back Country, has three major associations; wilderness. the 'backward' countries, and the back country' of the mind with its levels of being in the unconscious.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Back Country'? A: 'The Back Country' explores the connections between nature, spirituality, and cultural experiences. It includes poems reflecting on the author's time in the Western United States, Japan, and India, emphasizing the spiritual journey of the mind.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Back Country'? A: The author of 'The Back Country' is Gary Snyder, an acclaimed American poet known for his works that reflect on nature, spirituality, and Eastern philosophies.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Back Country'? A: 'The Back Country' was published on January 17, 1971.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Back Country' have? A: 'The Back Country' contains 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Back Country' have? A: 'The Back Country' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Back Country' a new book? A: 'The Back Country' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What does the title 'The Back Country' refer to? A: The title 'The Back Country' has multiple associations, including wilderness, the 'backward' countries, and the 'back country' of the mind, which relates to deeper levels of consciousness.
- Q: Are there translations included in 'The Back Country'? A: 'The Back Country' includes translations of poems by the Japanese poet Miyazawa Kenji, reflecting Snyder's affinity for his work.
- Q: What are the sections in 'The Back Country'? A: 'The Back Country' is divided into four sections: 'Far West', 'Far East', 'Kali', and 'Back', each focusing on different geographical and spiritual experiences.
- Q: What style of poetry can be found in 'The Back Country'? A: 'The Back Country' features a blend of free verse and traditional poetic forms, incorporating elements from various cultural influences, particularly from Eastern philosophies.