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Unlock
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New Poetry By The Internationally Acclaimed Chinese Poetinexile. Bei Dao, The Internationally Acclaimed Chinese Poet, Has Been The Poetic Conscience Of The Dissident Movements In His Country For Over Twenty Years. He Has Been In Exile Since The Tiananmen Square Massacre Of 1989. Unlock Presents Fortynine New Poems Written In The United States, And May Well Be Bei Dao'S Most Powerful Work To Date. Complex, Full Of Startling And Sometimes Surreal Imagery, Sudden Transitions, And Oblique Political References, And Often Embedding Bits Of Bureaucratic Speech And Unexpected Slang, His Poetry Has Been Compared To That Of Paul Celan And Cesar Vallejo: Poets Who Invented A New Poetry And A New Language In The Attempt To Speak Of The Enormity Of Their Times. The Sixth Book Of Bei Dao'S Work Published By New Directions, Unlock Has Been Translated By Eliot Weinberger, The Distinguished Essayist And Critically Acclaimed Translator Of Octavio Paz And Jorge Luis Borges, In Collaboration With The Historian Iona Mancheong And The Poet Himself.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of the poetry collection 'Unlock'? A: 'Unlock' features new poetry by Bei Dao, focusing on the complexities of exile, political consciousness, and personal reflection, expressed through surreal imagery and oblique references.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Unlock'? A: The author of 'Unlock' is Bei Dao, an internationally acclaimed Chinese poet known for his significant contributions to contemporary poetry and his role in dissident movements.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Unlock'? A: 'Unlock' was published on September 17, 2000, and is recognized as one of Bei Dao's most powerful works.
- Q: How many poems are included in 'Unlock'? A: 'Unlock' contains forty-nine new poems written by Bei Dao during his time in the United States.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Unlock' have? A: 'Unlock' is available in a paperback binding, making it accessible and portable for readers.
- Q: Is 'Unlock' suitable for readers unfamiliar with poetry? A: 'Unlock' offers a blend of complex and approachable themes, making it suitable for both seasoned poetry readers and those new to the genre.
- Q: Who translated 'Unlock'? A: 'Unlock' has been translated by Eliot Weinberger, in collaboration with historian Iona Man-Cheong and Bei Dao himself.
- Q: What is the length of 'Unlock'? A: 'Unlock' consists of 112 pages, providing a concise yet impactful reading experience.
- Q: What distinguishes Bei Dao's poetry in 'Unlock' from other poets? A: Bei Dao's poetry in 'Unlock' is distinguished by its unique blend of surreal imagery, sudden transitions, and deep political undertones, reminiscent of poets like Paul Celan and Cesar Vallejo.
- Q: What edition of 'Unlock' is available for purchase? A: 'Unlock' is available in its second printing, ensuring that readers receive a well-published edition of Bei Dao's work.