Rebecca Elson
Responsibility to Awe
Responsibility to Awe
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Rebecca Elson's A Responsibility to Awe, a book of poems and reflections by a scientist, is reissued as a Carcanet Classic. Her poems build imaginative inferences and speculations, setting out from observation, undeterred by knowing how little we can know.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2018
Publisher: Carcanet Press Ltd
Rebecca Elson's A Responsibility to Awe, originally published in 1995, has been reissued as a Carcanet Classic. This remarkable book is a testament to the power of poetry as a tool for scientific inquiry and understanding the world. Elson, a renowned astronomer, approached her work with a deep appreciation for the role of poetry in her research. She believed that poetry was essential in comprehending her place in the universe, even as she faced the imminent threat of terminal cancer.
Elson's poetry is a blend of observation and imagination, drawing upon her scientific expertise to create imaginative inferences and speculations. She wrote, "Facts are only as interesting as the possibilities they open up to the imagination." Her poems, like her researches, build upon observation, undeterred by the limitations of knowledge. They explore the boundaries of what is visible and measurable, pushing the limits of human understanding.
Through her poetry, Elson invites readers to contemplate the vastness of the universe and their place within it. She explores themes of mortality, love, and the interconnectedness of all things. Her words are poignant and powerful, leaving a lasting impact on those who encounter her work.
A Responsibility to Awe is a contemporary classic that continues to inspire and resonate with readers of all ages. It serves as a reminder of the profound connection between science and art, and the importance of embracing both in our quest for knowledge and understanding. Rebecca Elson's legacy as a scientist and poet will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.
Weight: 210g
Dimension: 135 x 215 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784106553
Edition number: New ed
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