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Book Synopsis: An illuminating book of concise craft essays and exercises for poets, from Pulitzer Prize finalist and The Poet's Companion coauthor Dorianne Laux. From “a poet of immense insight and masterful craft” (Kwame Dawes), Finger Exercises for Poets is an engaging invitation to practice poetry alongside one of its masters. With wide-ranging examples from classic and contemporary poets, Dorianne Laux demystifies the magic of language that makes great poetry and offers generative exercises to harness that magic. She explores the syllable and the line, the use of form, poetic responses to contemporary events and personal experiences, the imaginative leap, and the power of a distinct voice. Throughout, Laux reminds us that poetry is a practice as much as an art, and that poets must hone their language as a musician practicing an instrument. An encouraging, accessible master class in reading and writing poetry, including more than fifty original prompts, Finger Exercises for Poets offers a trove of wisdom and inspiration for both experienced and aspiring poets.
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Are you a poet looking to enhance your craft and explore new horizons? Look no further than Finger Exercises for Poets, a captivating book by Pulitzer Prize finalist and poetry master, Dorianne Laux. With her immense insight and masterful craft, Laux demystifies the magic of language that makes great poetry and provides you with a trove of generative exercises to harness that magic.
Inside Finger Exercises for Poets, you'll find a wealth of inspiration and wisdom from classic and contemporary poets. Laux covers a range of crucial elements, including the syllable and the line, the use of form, poetic responses to contemporary events and personal experiences, the imaginative leap, and the power of a distinct voice. Through engaging essays and hands-on exercises, this book serves as your personal master class in reading and writing poetry.
As an experienced or aspiring poet, you know that your craft is a practice as much as an art. Just like a musician practices an instrument, you must hone your language and skills. Finger Exercises for Poets provides the guidance and encouragement you need to take your poetry to new heights. With over fifty original prompts, this book will ignite your creativity and help you discover your unique voice.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. Experience the art of poetry like never before with Finger Exercises for Poets. Start your poetic journey today and unleash your full potential as a poet. Get your copy now and embark on a transformative poetic adventure.
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