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Things Merely Are: Philosophy in the Poetry of Wallace Stevens,New
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This book is an invitation to read poetry. Simon Critchley argues that poetry enlarges life with a range of observation, power of expression and attention to language that eclipses any other medium. In a rich engagement with the poetry of Wallace Stevens, Critchley reveals that poetry also contains deep and important philosophical insight. Above all, he agues for a 'poetic epistemology' that enables us to think afresh the philosophical problem of the relation between mind and world, and ultimately to cast the problem away.Drawing astutely on Kant, the German and English Romantics and Heidegger, Critchley argues that through its descriptions of particular things and their stubborn plainness whether water, guitars, trees, or cats poetry evokes the 'mereness' of things. It is this experience, he shows, that provokes the mood of calm and releases the imaginative insight we need to press back against the pressure of reality. Critchley also argues that this calm defines the cinematic eye of Terrence Malick, whose work is discussed at the end of the book.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Things Merely Are'? A: The main theme of 'Things Merely Are' is the relationship between poetry and philosophy, particularly how poetry can provide profound insights into the nature of reality and existence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Things Merely Are' is Simon Critchley, a noted philosopher and writer.
- Q: What is the significance of Wallace Stevens in this book? A: Wallace Stevens is significant in this book as Critchley engages deeply with his poetry to illustrate how it embodies philosophical concepts, particularly through descriptions of everyday things.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 152 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Things Merely Are' published? A: The book was published on February 11, 2005.
- Q: What philosophical perspectives does Critchley draw upon? A: Critchley draws upon perspectives from Kant, German and English Romantics, and Heidegger to support his arguments about poetry and epistemology.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to philosophy? A: Yes, the book is written as an invitation to read poetry and philosophy, making it accessible for readers who may be new to these subjects.
- Q: What is 'poetic epistemology' as discussed in the book? A: 'Poetic epistemology' refers to the way poetry can offer new ways of understanding the relationship between the mind and the world, encouraging fresh perspectives on philosophical questions.
- Q: Does the book discuss any other artists or mediums besides poetry? A: Yes, the book discusses the cinematic work of Terrence Malick, exploring how his films relate to the themes of calm and observation in poetry.