Don Paterson
The Arctic
The Arctic
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The Arctic is a bar frequented by survivors of different apocalypses, featuring elegies, love stories, encounters, odes, and studies. It also includes renderings of Cavafy, Montale, and Gabriela Mistral, and witnesses the imminence of man-made extinction.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 03 August 2023
Publisher: Faber & Faber
The Arctic, a bar frequented by survivors of various apocalypses, is the setting for Don Paterson's powerful new collection. The poems gathered here showcase a wide range of themes and styles, reflecting the diverse clientele that frequents the bar. Among them are elegies for the poet's musician father, tales of the love lives of gods and psychopaths, troubled encounters between men and women, odes to movies and the male anatomy, studies of art and ambition, politics, and parenthood.
Other voices enter the fray through renditions of Cavafy, Montale, and the Chilean poet Gabriela Mistral. In the fourth part of Paterson's ongoing poem "The Alexandrian Library," the poet-as-amateur scientist witnesses the imminent threat of human extinction, ranging from a weather station atop Ben Nevis to the cellar of The Arctic. These poems, written in an urgent, railing, and tender style, are relevant to our times and showcase Paterson's exceptional talent as a writer.
Paterson's poetic language is rich and evocative, with vivid imagery and metaphorical storytelling. He seamlessly blends different genres and forms, creating a tapestry of poetic expressions that resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds. His exploration of themes such as love, loss, identity, and the human condition is thought-provoking and deeply personal, making his work a testament to the power of poetry to capture the essence of our contemporary world.
In conclusion, Don Paterson's "The Arctic" is a remarkable collection of poems that showcases his exceptional talent as a writer. With its diverse range of themes, styles, and voices, the book offers a profound exploration of the human experience and the complexities of our world. Paterson's poetic language is powerful and evocative, and his exploration of themes is thought-provoking and deeply personal. This collection is a must-read for anyone who appreciates the art of poetry and seeks to engage with the world in new and meaningful ways.
Weight: 122g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571338191
Edition number: Main
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