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The Book Of Delights: Essays
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As Heard On Npr'S This American Life: The New York Times Bestselling Book That Celebrates Ordinary Delights In The World Around Us By One Of America'S Most Original And Observant Writers And The Author Of Inciting Joy, Awardwinning Poet Ross Gay. Preorder The Book Of (More) Delights Now, Too!Ross Gays Eye Lands Upon Wonder At Every Turn, Bolstering My Belief In The Countless Small Miracles That Surround Us. Tracy K. Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner And U.S. Poet Laureatethe Winner Of The National Book Critics Award For Poetry Offers Up A Spirited Collection Of Short Lyrical Essays, Written Daily Over A Tumultuous Year, Reminding Us Of The Purpose And Pleasure Of Praising, Extolling, And Celebrating Ordinary Wonders.In The Book Of Delights, One Of Todays Most Original Literary Voices Offers Up A Genredefying Volume Of Lyric Essays Written Over One Tumultuous Year. The First Nonfiction Book From Awardwinning Poet Ross Gay Is A Record Of The Small Joys We Often Overlook In Our Busy Lives. Among Gays Funny, Poetic, Philosophical Delights: A Friends Unabashed Use Of Air Quotes, Cradling A Tomato Seedling Aboard An Airplane, The Silent Nod Of Acknowledgment Between The Only Two Black People In A Room. But Gay Never Dismisses The Complexities, Even The Terrors, Of Living In America As A Black Man Or The Ecological And Psychic Violence Of Our Consumer Culture Or The Loss Of Those He Loves. More Than Anything Else, Though, Gay Celebrates The Beauty Of The Natural Worldhis Garden, The Flowers Peeking Out Of The Sidewalk, The Hypnotic Movements Of A Praying Mantis.The Book Of Delights Is About Our Shared Bonds, And The Rewards That Come From A Life Closely Observed. These Remarkable Pieces Serve As A Powerful And Necessary Reminder That We Can, And Should, Stake Out A Space In Our Lives For Delight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Book of Delights: Essays' about? A: 'The Book of Delights: Essays' is a collection of lyrical essays by Ross Gay that celebrates ordinary wonders and small joys in life, reflecting on the beauty of the natural world and human connections.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Book of Delights'? A: The author of 'The Book of Delights' is Ross Gay, an award-winning poet known for his original literary voice.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Book of Delights' have? A: 'The Book of Delights: Essays' has a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Book of Delights'? A: 'The Book of Delights' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Book of Delights' published? A: 'The Book of Delights: Essays' was published on August 16, 2022.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Delights' suitable for all ages? A: 'The Book of Delights' is generally suitable for adults and young adults, as it addresses complex themes related to life and society.
- Q: What genre does 'The Book of Delights' fall under? A: 'The Book of Delights: Essays' falls under the genre of motivational and literary nonfiction.
- Q: Are there any notable themes in 'The Book of Delights'? A: Yes, notable themes in 'The Book of Delights' include the celebration of everyday joys, the beauty of nature, and the complexities of life as experienced by a Black man in America.
- Q: Can 'The Book of Delights' be used as a gift? A: 'The Book of Delights' makes a thoughtful gift for readers who appreciate poetry and reflective essays about life and nature.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Ross Gay in 'The Book of Delights'? A: Readers can expect a lyrical and poetic writing style from Ross Gay, characterized by humor, philosophy, and deep observations of everyday life.