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A text for practiced poets, this book offers a springboard beyond the basics into more daring poetic traditions, experimentation and methods. It lays out the myriad conversations influencing contemporary poetics, paying attention to its roots in historical and theoretical thinking. With a focus on innovation and breaking established boundaries, Advanced Poetry introduces you to the poetics shaping the contemporary literary moment, first guiding you through the contexts and principles of these forms using a range of practical examples, before prompting you to pick up the pen yourself.Spanning decades and continents, and covering the rich field of poets writing today, this book shows how to read, explicate, and write poetry and includes discussion of:- received traditions and innovative forms- confessional and epistolary poetry- aesthetic experimentation with voice- methods and theories developed by early Surrealists-deep image and the poetics of spells- ecopoetics & poetry of place- writing the body based on queer theory and disability studies- docupoetics and lyric research- racial imaginaries and poetics of liberation- digital poetics- writing in community with other poets and collaborative, interdisciplinary projects- revision processes and putting together a collection or chapbook-advice on writing artist statements and other professional materialsBringing together a comprehensive craft guide with a carefully collated anthology showcasing the (existing) limits of what is possible in poetry, this text explores how poetry since the 20th century has embraced traditional structures, borrowed from other disciplines, and invented wildly new forms. With close readings, writing prompts, excerpts of interviews from key figures in the field and a supplementary companion website, this is the definitive text for any poet looking to continue their poetic journey.

A text for practiced poets, this book offers a springboard beyond the basics into more daring poetic traditions, experimentation and methods. It lays out the myriad conversations influencing contemporary poetics, paying attention to its roots in historical and theoretical thinking. With a focus on innovation and breaking established boundaries, Advanced Poetry introduces you to the poetics shaping the contemporary literary moment, first guiding you through the contexts and principles of these forms using a range of practical examples, before prompting you to pick up the pen yourself.Spanning decades and continents, and covering the rich field of poets writing today, this book shows how to read, explicate, and write poetry and includes discussion of:- received traditions and innovative forms- confessional and epistolary poetry- aesthetic experimentation with voice- methods and theories developed by early Surrealists-deep image and the poetics of spells- ecopoetics & poetry of place- writing the body based on queer theory and disability studies- docupoetics and lyric research- racial imaginaries and poetics of liberation- digital poetics- writing in community with other poets and collaborative, interdisciplinary projects- revision processes and putting together a collection or chapbook-advice on writing artist statements and other professional materialsBringing together a comprehensive craft guide with a carefully collated anthology showcasing the (existing) limits of what is possible in poetry, this text explores how poetry since the 20th century has embraced traditional structures, borrowed from other disciplines, and invented wildly new forms. With close readings, writing prompts, excerpts of interviews from key figures in the field and a supplementary companion website, this is the definitive text for any poet looking to continue their poetic journey.

Get to know the kingdom of Fungi like never before with this unique book that blends the science of mycology with lyrical prose and watercolor paintings.Take an extraordinary expedition into the diverse and enchanting realm of fungi. The Wonder of Mushrooms is where science meets poetry, where ancient wisdom converges with modern discovery. Maya Jewell Zeller and Jenny deFouw Geuder guide you into the hidden world beneath our feet. With a blend of scientific insight and artistic appreciation, the authors portray the crucial role of mushrooms in our ecosystem and celebrate their profound cultural significance.Learn about mushrooms’ history and lore. Appreciate their myriad colors, shapes, and forms, as well as their vital role as nature’s decomposers. Discover astonishing facts, such as how some bioluminescent species glow like fallen stars and where the extraordinary Humongous Fungus spans 2,385 acres. Perhaps most importantly, find out how fungi might prove to be humanity’s unexpected saviors, offering solutions for everything from environmental pollution to sustainable architecture. Maya’s lyrical prose pairs with Jenny’s bright watercolors, creating an unparalleled ode to these foraging favorites that feels like both a scientific textbook and a beautiful gift book.Whether you're an artist, naturalist, or someone who’s simply curious about the natural world, this book presents a profound journey into the kingdom of Fungi, where beauty and science intertwine in unexpected ways.The Wonder of Mushrooms earned Blue Ribbon honors from the Museum Store Association (MSA) Buyers’ Choice Awards, in the Books & Publications category, and Silver Medal honors from the IBPA+PubWest Book Design Awards, in the Cover—Small Format category.Book Features:Lyrical prose that blends science with literary references and poetryProfessional watercolors that help make complex scientific concepts accessibleWide range of topics, including anatomy, biology, and ecologyEducational tribute that promotes wonder and curiosity