Christensen, Inger

Condition of Secrecy

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ISBN 13:
9780811228114
author:
Christensen, Inger
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
New Directions Publishing Corporation
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
20.3 x 13.2 x 1.3 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, Essays
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£13.45

Description

Inger Christensen's The Condition of Secrecy is a poignant collection of essays that offer a unique glimpse into her approach to writing and the world around her. Through these essays, Christensen formulates the basis of her work with increasing clarity, providing insights into how she composed specific poetry volumes. The essays cover a range of topics, from Christensen's own experiences during the Nazi occupation of Denmark, to her thoughts on the role of the writer as an agent of social change and the influence of ancient texts such as Lu Chi's Ars Poetica. With lyrical prose that is both playful and profound, Christensen explores the intersection of art and politics, revealing a true master of language. This collection confirms Christensen's reputation as a writer who makes her own rules, turning the game around with another rule in the process.

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