Fractal Shores: Poems

Carlo Rovelli and Diane Louie's views on the world as a collection of events and prose poems as little events that create worlds-in-motion, straddling the limits of perception and illuminating our common desire to understand our presence in a universe that does not yield ultimate answers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: University of Georgia Press

Carlo Rovelli, an esteemed Italian physicist, offers a profound perspective on the nature of the world. He asserts that it is not merely a collection of things, but rather a tapestry of events. Poet Diane Louie, in her poetic vision, likens prose poems to tiny occurrences, vibrant and ever-changing. These poetic creations harness the power of experience, imagery, metaphor, and the rich linguistic properties to craft miniature worlds in motion. The key word here is "motion," as they dance and spin, actively shifting our point of view.

Prose poems, with their diverse nature, transcend the boundaries between obvious limits and less-obvious liberties of perception. They possess an inherent ability to span and connect, making them particularly relevant in a time of cultural polarization. By marrying the inquiries of science and spiritual longing, prose poems can shed light on what unites us as human beings—a deep-seated desire to understand our place in a universe that may not offer definitive answers.

These poetic expressions invite us to explore the complexities of existence, to question our perceptions, and to embrace the beauty of the unknown. They remind us that the world is not a static entity, but a dynamic tapestry of events that continuously unfolds before our eyes. Through the lens of prose poems, we are invited to participate in the dance of existence, to witness the magic of creation, and to find solace in the shared quest for meaning and understanding.

Weight: 122g
Dimension: 138 x 214 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780820357904