Bachelard, Gaston
The Poetics of Space
- ISBN 13:
- 9780143107521
- author:
- Bachelard, Gaston
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 2 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography,Architecture, Criticism & Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Poetics of Space by Gaston Bachelard In this seminal work, Gaston Bachelard explores the role of domestic spaces in shaping our dreams and memories. The book is a meditation on the emergence of the poetic image, finding inspiration in the intimate spaces of our homes. Bachelard examines the ways in which these spaces hold and shape our thoughts and reveries, revealing the intricate connections between poetry, art, and the human experience. Through a series of meditations on various domestic spaces, Bachelard reveals the ways in which our surroundings can evoke powerful emotions and memories. From the quiet intimacy of a cellar to the expansive freedom of a room, Bachelard shows how each space holds the potential to inspire and transform us. This new edition features a foreword by Mark Z. Danielewski and an introduction by Richard Kearney, offering new insights into Bachelard's work and its enduring importance.