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Poetry. In Keith Waldrop's THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE, we are invited into a meditational drift that explores the 'tense emptiness' of being . The construction of all that surrounds us, the carpentry, wavers between order and the instability of order, is manifest in syntax and etymology. In this house, which is all thingsbody, fortress, residence, logic, language, mortalitywe find mirrors, echoes, and spirits: 'the figures light / delineates not / the light itself.' Where we might use Zeno's Paradox to understand the relation between the knower and the known, it is in Keith's house that we find the paradox of 'empty distinctions,' a tension between asymmetrical opposites. The house exists 'not to inclose but / to include // without redemption.''In his 16th collection, dedicated to the Oulipoassociated writer Jacques Roubaud, Waldrop collects seven serial poems, meditations on being and nothingness, in the persona of a philosopher in his twilight years. Not wishing to recapitulate the past, and seeing only forgetting and death in the future, the poems focus almost preternaturally on the still point of the present, so that 'From one window to the next the seasons turn roundspring flowers in the front yard while the kitchen gives onto ice and snow.' Waldrop's lines are as clean as Williams's, if more Euclidean. And despite his explorations of linguistic logic, it is the things of this world, like a red traffic light, that serve as beacons of faith and joy. There is no irritable reaching after mystical lyricism in this Kansasborn student of French poetry, just the austere eloquence inherent in the search for a stable metaphysics that could occupy the place of spiritual solace, if not (as it happens, the last word in the book) redemption.'Publisher's Weekly'Waldrop's brilliance of wit and device, the serenity of judgement, the articulation of research and reflection... all these delight, and convince anew that poetry is a vast, holistic science, a science of sciences, from which an adept like Waldrop brings results we've never heard before.'Robert Kelly
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE'? A: The main theme of 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' revolves around the exploration of existence and the paradox of being and nothingness, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of life and language.
- Q: Who is the author of this poetry collection? A: The author of 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' is Keith Waldrop, known for his contributions to contemporary poetry.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' contains 230 pages, providing a substantial collection of poetry for readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' a new or used book? A: 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' is listed as a new book in good condition, ensuring that it has not been previously owned or read.
- Q: When was 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' published? A: 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' was published on January 1, 2002.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style in this collection? A: Readers can expect a clean and precise writing style, characterized by linguistic logic and reflections on the present moment.
- Q: What distinguishes this poetry collection from others? A: This collection is distinguished by its meditative quality and philosophical exploration, addressing themes of existence, language, and the nature of reality.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: This book appeals to readers interested in contemporary poetry, philosophical themes, and those who appreciate intricate language and reflection.
- Q: What critical acclaim has 'THE HOUSE SEEN FROM NOWHERE' received? A: The collection has received praise for its wit, articulation, and the depth of its reflections, highlighting Waldrop's significant contributions to the field of poetry.