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The Chameleon Couch: Poems,Used
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A Boston Globe Best Poetry Book of 2011 Finalist for the National Book Award for PoetryAn intimate collection from one of America's most important poetsThe latest collection from one of our preeminent poets, The Chameleon Couch is also one of Yusef Komunyakaa's most personal to date. As in his breakthrough work, Copacetic, Komunyakaa writes again of music as musefrom a blues club in the East Village to the shakuhachi of Basho. Beginning with 'Canticle,' this varied new collection often returns to the idea of poem as hymn, ethereal and haunting, as Komunyakaa reveals glimpses of memory, myth, and violence. With contemplations that spring up along walks or memories conjured by the rhythms of New York, Komunyakaa pays tribute more than ever before to those who came before him.The book moves seamlessly across cultural and historical boundaries, evoking Komunyakaa's capacity for cultural excavation, through artifact and place. The Chameleon Couch begins in and never fully leaves the presentan urban modernity framed, brilliantly, in pastoralminded verse. The poems seek the cracks beneath the landscape, whether New York or Ghana or Poland, finding in each elements of wisdom or unexpected beauty. The collection is sensually, beautifully relaxed in rhetoric; in poems like 'Cape Coast Castle,' Komunyakaa reminds us of his gift for combining the personal with the universal, one moment addressing a lover, the next moving the focus outward, until both poet and reader are implicated in the book's startling world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Chameleon Couch? A: The main theme of The Chameleon Couch revolves around personal and cultural exploration, as Yusef Komunyakaa delves into memory, myth, and the complexities of urban and historical landscapes.
- Q: How many pages does The Chameleon Couch have? A: The Chameleon Couch consists of 128 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was The Chameleon Couch published? A: The Chameleon Couch was published on March 15, 2011.
- Q: Who is the author of The Chameleon Couch? A: The author of The Chameleon Couch is Yusef Komunyakaa, a prominent American poet.
- Q: What kind of poetry can I expect in this collection? A: Readers can expect a varied collection of poetry that combines personal reflections with universal themes, often drawing inspiration from music, memory, and cultural heritage.
- Q: Is The Chameleon Couch suitable for readers new to poetry? A: Yes, The Chameleon Couch is accessible for readers new to poetry, as it offers relatable themes and vivid imagery that resonate with diverse audiences.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'The Chameleon Couch'? A: The title 'The Chameleon Couch' suggests adaptability and transformation, reflecting the dynamic nature of the poems and the interplay of personal and cultural narratives.
- Q: Are there any recurring motifs in Komunyakaa's poetry? A: Yes, recurring motifs in Komunyakaa's poetry include music as a muse, memory, and the exploration of place, which he uses to connect personal experiences with broader cultural contexts.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Absolutely, The Chameleon Couch can be a valuable resource for academic studies in poetry and cultural analysis, given its rich themes and Komunyakaa's critical acclaim.