Title
Worth (Kuhl House Poets),Used
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These strong, multilayered poems test the transformative powers of dressmakers, jewelers, actors, and Darwins darkest finches as they adapt to a changing world where the same train hurtles past them toward marketplace and death camp both. Throughout, many of the poems use inherited forms to tell their stories, but the inheritance here comes down damaged and threadbareyet full of power.In Worth Robyn Schiff inquires about making, buying, selling, and stealing in the material world, the natural landscape, and the human soul. Opening with the renowned couture house of Charles Frederick Worth, the father of high fashion The dress was so big, / one's hand is useless to take glass from table; / the skirt approaches while the hand is yet distanced and ending with the House of De Beers and a diamond thief named Adam Worth You'll know me by my approach / I'm coming on foot with a diamond in my mouth Schiff moves from Cartier and Tiffany to the Shedd Aquarium, from Marie Antoinette to the Civil War, from Mary Pickford to Marilyn Monroe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Worth' by Robyn Schiff? A: 'Worth' explores the transformative powers of various professions, such as dressmakers and jewelers, as they navigate a changing world. The poems delve into themes of materialism, identity, and the human experience.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Worth'? A: 'Worth' contains a total of 88 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Worth'? A: 'Worth' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Worth' published? A: 'Worth' was published on July 31, 2002.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Worth'? A: The author of 'Worth' is Robyn Schiff.
- Q: What style of poetry does 'Worth' use? A: 'Worth' features strong, multilayered poems that often employ inherited forms to convey their narratives.
- Q: Is 'Worth' suitable for readers interested in fashion and art? A: Yes, 'Worth' intertwines themes of high fashion and art, making it suitable for readers interested in these subjects.
- Q: What kind of subjects does 'Worth' reference? A: 'Worth' references a variety of subjects including fashion icons, historical figures, and cultural landmarks, making its themes rich and diverse.
- Q: Can 'Worth' be considered a critique of consumer culture? A: Yes, the poems in 'Worth' critique aspects of consumer culture through their exploration of making, buying, selling, and stealing.
- Q: What literary techniques are prominent in 'Worth'? A: 'Worth' employs vivid imagery, inherited poetic forms, and a narrative style that connects personal and historical themes.