Enzensberger, Hans Magnus

A History of Clouds: 99 Meditations (German List)

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ISBN 13:: 9780857425799
author:: Enzensberger, Hans Magnus
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Seagull Books London Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 21.08 x 12.45 x 1.02 centimetres
Genre:: Poetry
Condition:: New
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A History of Clouds 99 Meditations by Hans Magnus Enzensberger is a collection of 99 meditations that explore the human experience through the lens of everyday life. Enzensberger reflects on the beauty and significance of ordinary objects, such as a pair of scissors, and sets these observations against a broader historical and political backdrop.

Through his conversational and skeptical poems, Enzensberger contemplates the nature of human existence, the threat of atomic war, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. The title "Clouds" reflects the poet's fascination with the fleeting nature of life and the human experience.

Enzensberger's poetry is characterized by its serenity and thoughtfulness, inviting readers to slow down and appreciate the beauty in the mundane. With its unique blend of historical and personal perspectives, A History of Clouds 99 Meditations offers a profound and meditative reading experience.

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