Hofmann, Michael
Selected Poems Michael Hofmann
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571237746
- author:
- Hofmann, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 131mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Poetry & poets
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Michael Hofmann's poems offer a unique blend of vivid reportage and linguistic experimentation. His work is characterized by its compressed yet pointed observations, often exploring complex themes such as identity, morality, and the human condition. Through his poetry, Hofmann tackles subjects that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. His 'father-poems' series, for example, probes the intricacies of family relationships, while "East and West" provides a nuanced portrait of lives lived in different cultural contexts. This collection showcases Hofmann's mastery of language and form, inviting readers to engage with his thought-provoking and often provocative poetry. With 160 pages of tightly crafted verse, this selection of poems offers a compelling introduction to Michael Hofmann's distinctive voice and vision.