Kiwao Nomura
Spectacle & Pigsty
- ISBN 13:
- 9781890650537
- author:
- Kiwao Nomura
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Omnidawn Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 12
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 1.3 x 15.5 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Poetry, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Spectacle & Pigsty: Selected Poems of Kiwao Nomura Kiwao Nomura's poetry is a unique blend of the unexpected and the profound. His poems make unpredictable leaps of association, exploring themes of sex, loss, and memory with a depth that rewards close listening. With influences from shamanism, Nomura's work sounds like nothing you've ever heard before, yet remains hauntingly familiar. As one of Japan's most influential living poets, Nomura's poetry is poised to make a lasting impact on contemporary American readers. His innovative style and unflinching subject matter will appeal to anyone interested in making contact with Japanese culture. This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of modern Japanese poetry, and is an essential introduction for those new to Nomura's work. With 128 pages of original poetry, Spectacle & Pigsty is a must-have for fans of experimental literature and those seeking to expand their understanding of global poetry.