Pitch & Glint

Pitch & Glint, a landmark in German poetry, was published in 2000 and was praised for its personal, porous, twisting, cadenced, cryptic, and earthy poems that traverse the rural sidelines of European history with evocative force. The poems explore the frailty of bodies, the nearness to materials and manual work, the unknowability of our parents' suffering, and the loss of childhood innocence, with sound coming first.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2023
Publisher: And Other Stories

Pitch & Glint, a groundbreaking work of German poetry, made its debut in 2000 and garnered widespread acclaim for its significant contribution to the genre. Deeply rooted in the childhood home of its author, an East German village ravaged by Soviet Russian uranium extraction, these vibrant poems exude a profound personal essence, permeating with a sense of vulnerability, intricate twists, rhythmic cadences, cryptic undertones, and a earthy, evocative quality. With an undeniable force, they traverse the rural margins of European history, evoking a myriad of emotions and memories. Within these poetic narratives, the fragility of the human body, the intimate connection with materials and manual labor, the unknowable depths of our parents' suffering, and the eventual loss of childhood innocence loom large. What sets Pitch & Glint apart is its unwavering emphasis on sound, which Seiler himself describes as the primary vehicle of expression. As he asserts in an essay, the sound of a poem is recognizable, emerging from the instrument we have become over time. Before each poem takes shape, there is a story that has lived, and it is the poem that captures the essence of that sound. Rather than presenting a linear narrative, Pitch & Glint weaves a tapestry of sonic elements, allowing the reader to experience the story through the auditory dimensions it evokes. In this way, the poem becomes a vessel for the transmission of emotions and ideas, transcending the boundaries of language and inviting a deeper understanding of the human experience. Through its innovative approach to sound and storytelling, Pitch & Glint continues to resonate with readers, offering a unique and captivating perspective on the power of poetry to capture the essence of life and the complexities of the human condition.

Weight: 118g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913505769