Explore the enchanting realm of poetry with "World" by Ana Luísa Amaral, a poignant collection published by W W Norton & Company in 2023. This BRAND NEW hardcover book, ISBN 9780811234832, offers an exhilarating assortment of verses that celebrate life in all its complexity. The poems serve as a bridge connecting us to the wonders of the everyday, embracing both human experiences and the broader tapestry of the universe. Amaral's intricate language and profound insights reflect our shared existence with all beings—both human and non-human. In every piece, readers discover the beauty found in simplicity, whether it's observing the diligent work of an ant or cherishing the memories tied to an ordinary table. Despite tackling significant themes such as colonization, slavery, and whaling, the essence of "World" remains hopeful and vibrant. Like a walk through nature, this collection surprises with bursts of joy and moments of reflection, encouraging readers to embrace the marvels of existence. Shipping for this item is free, and we kindly ask you to allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, cancellation is not possible. Immerse yourself in the exquisite tapestry of Ana Luísa Amaral's poetry, and let "World" transform your perspective on life.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780811234832
Year: 2023
Publisher: W W Norton & Company


Description:
World-Ana LuĂ­sa Amaral's second collection with New Directions-offers a new exhilarating set of poems that convey wonder, bemusement, and an ever-deepening appreciation of life. Weaving the thread that connects the poem to life, World speaks of our immense human perplexity in the face of everything around us and our oneness with it all. As Amaral notes, all of us, "humans and non-humans, are on the same ontological level, the differences being only a matter of perspective. We are all made of the same stuff as dreams-and stars." Asked about her thoughts on World, Amaral's peerless translator Margaret Jull Costa replied: "What I take from this collection of poems is a sense of joy in the ordinary-seeing an ant going about its business, or a bee or a fish, or the feeling of sharing a whole history with a particular table, or watching a very ordinary woman sitting on a train playing with the handle of her handbag. World also brings us meditations on colonization, slavery, and whaling. Like the world, it is full of surprises and full of joy and sadness." These vibrant, exultant poems invite you to share this marvelous world: Yes, all you need (how easy!) is to say yes.