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The Natural History,Used
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Christopher Dewdney has been working on the The Natural History for two decades. He describes it as a book about high summer, though according to his natural history the fingers of summer reach in both directions of time: as early as March and as late as November. This is a sensual book, in love not only with foliage and creatures, weather and landscape, but also with the textures of language, the rhythm of English itself; not just Anglo Saxon and Germanic, but also its southern Latin heritage blowing like a scientific sirocco up from the Mediterranean. A compendium of particulars written from the inside of its subject, The Natural History evokes the timeless moment of perception itself. And while it is set in the present, the whole geological past of the planet is represented, so that an event occurring on a summer day in current time will be juxtaposed with an event occurring during the Silurian epoch, some 440 million years ago. Revised, augmented, and presented in its entirety for the first time here, The Natural History is one of the most beautiful and erotic bodies of work this country has to offer. As Stan Dragland has commented: The NewOld World of this long poem is sensuously and conceptually so immediate that orgasm and epiphany are one in it. This is writing, and reading, as immersion. There is no one else in this country who has so persuasively chipped away at a rock face to reveal the poetry striated just beneath the surface. These intelligent, uncompromising sensual poems are not for the rapid reader, but anyone who lingers with them a while will be amply repaid. Quill & Quire
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Natural History? A: The Natural History explores the relationship between nature, time, and the human experience, blending sensual imagery with reflections on the natural world across different epochs.
- Q: Who is the author of The Natural History? A: The author of The Natural History is Christopher Dewdney, a Canadian poet known for his deep and evocative writing.
- Q: What type of binding does The Natural History have? A: The Natural History is available in paperback binding, making it a flexible and portable choice for readers.
- Q: How many pages are in The Natural History? A: The book consists of 140 pages, providing a concise yet rich reading experience.
- Q: When was The Natural History published? A: The Natural History was published on March 1, 2002.
- Q: What edition of The Natural History is available? A: This listing features the First Edition of The Natural History.
- Q: What genre does The Natural History belong to? A: The Natural History falls under the Canadian poetry genre, reflecting the unique cultural and natural landscapes of Canada.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in The Natural History? A: The book does not specify particular materials, but as a paperback, it typically features a standard paper composition suitable for reading.
- Q: What insights does The Natural History offer about nature? A: The Natural History provides insights into the interplay between human perception and the natural world, using rich language to evoke the beauty and complexity of the environment.
- Q: Are there any notable critiques of The Natural History? A: Yes, critics have praised The Natural History for its intelligent and uncompromising poetry, highlighting the immersive experience it offers to readers.