Wrong Norma: ‘I would read anything she wrote’ Susan Sontag

Wrong Norma is Anne Carson's first book of original material in eight years. It is a facsimile edition of the original hand-designed book, drawn and annotated by the author. The pieces are not linked, but they are about different things, such as Joseph Conrad, Guantanamo, Flaubert, snow, poverty, Roget's Thesaurus, my Dad, Saturday night, Sokrates, writing sonnets, forensics, encounters with lovers, the word idea, the feet of Jesus, and Russian thugs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Wrong Norma, Anne Carson's first book of original material in eight years, has been hailed as an effortless and enjoyable read. The book, which is a facsimile edition of the original hand-designed book drawn and annotated by the author, showcases several of the author's startling poetic prose pieces, which have previously appeared in magazines and journals such as the New Yorker and the Paris Review.

Carson, widely regarded as one of the most celebrated living poets, has garnered numerous awards and is consistently tipped for the Nobel Prize in Literature. She is known for her reticent nature, requesting that her books be published without cover copy. In an exclusive statement, Carson has shared that Wrong Norma is a collection of writings about various subjects, including Joseph Conrad, Guantanamo, Flaubert, snow, poverty, Roget's Thesaurus, her father, Saturday night, Sokrates, writing sonnets, forensics, encounters with lovers, the word idea, the feet of Jesus, and Russian thugs.

Interestingly, the pieces in the collection are not linked, which is why Carson has titled them "wrong." The book offers a diverse range of perspectives and themes, showcasing Carson's exceptional poetic prowess and her ability to explore complex and profound ideas with wit and depth. Whether you are a fan of poetry or simply seeking a thought-provoking and engaging read, Wrong Norma is a must-read that will leave you contemplating the world in new and exciting ways.

Weight: 584g
Dimension: 226 x 178 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787332355