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The wonderful picturepoems of Kenneth Patchen, long out of print, are being brought back into one generous volumecryptic creatures quipping quirky quotes and all. The singular work of Kenneth Patchen has influenced poets, artists and political activists for decades. New Directions is proud to launch a Patchen revival beginning with omnibus editions of his unique compositions.Kenneth Patchen's last words to New Directions founder James Laughlin were 'When you find out which came first, the chicken or the egg, you write and tell me.' Answering his own question comes Patchen's 'picturepoem.' The WalkingAway World reissues three of his picturepoem classics: Wonderings, But Even So, and Hallelujah Anyway. Inspired by the 'illuminated printing' of William Blake, Patchen worked in a spirited fervency with watercolor, casein, inks, and other media to create absurdly compelling works. His entire process was a simultaneous fusion of painting and poetry: neither the poem nor the painting preceded one another. Each picturepoem is inhabited by strange beings uttering everything from poignant poetic adages to cheeky satire. One confides, 'I have a funny feeling / that some very peculiarlooking creatures out there are watching us,' which sums up the suspicious joys of The WalkingAway World.
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- Q: What is 'The Walking-Away World' about? A: 'The Walking-Away World' is a collection of picture-poems by Kenneth Patchen, featuring whimsical and thought-provoking illustrations accompanied by poetic texts. This volume revives three of his classic works, merging art and poetry in a unique format.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Walking-Away World'? A: The author of 'The Walking-Away World' is Kenneth Patchen, a renowned poet and artist known for his innovative style that combines visual art with poetry.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Walking-Away World' was published on July 17, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Walking-Away World' have? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Walking-Away World' have? A: 'The Walking-Away World' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can you describe the features of this book? A: This book is a used book in good condition, featuring vibrant illustrations and unique poetic compositions that reflect Kenneth Patchen's artistic vision.
- Q: Is 'The Walking-Away World' suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Walking-Away World' is suitable for a wide audience, its themes and artistic expressions may resonate more with readers who appreciate poetry and visual art.
- Q: Where is 'The Walking-Away World' published? A: 'The Walking-Away World' is published in the United States.
- Q: Are there any special editions of 'The Walking-Away World'? A: Currently, there are no special editions listed for 'The Walking-Away World'; it is presented as an omnibus edition of Kenneth Patchen's picture-poems.