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The Laughter of the SphinxDiscover the profound beauty and haunting themes of Michael Palmer's latest collection, 'The Laughter of the Sphinx.' This 2016 release from W W Norton & Company features 52 captivating poems that explore the delicate balance between beauty and loss, love and death, and knowledge and ignorance. The titular poem, 'The Laughter of the Sphinx,' opens with an intriguing line that sets the tone for an immersive reading experience: 'The laughter of the

Discover the profound beauty and haunting themes of Michael Palmer's latest collection, 'The Laughter of the Sphinx.' This 2016 release from W W Norton & Company features 52 captivating poems that explore the delicate balance between beauty and loss, love and death, and knowledge and ignorance. The titular poem, 'The Laughter of the Sphinx,' opens with an intriguing line that sets the tone for an immersive reading experience: 'The laughter of the Sphinx / caused my eyes to bleed.' Palmer's lyrical mastery draws readers into a world where light dances with shadows, creating a mesmerizing tapestry of emotions. Each poem invites contemplation and reflection, allowing readers to engage deeply with the pressing issues of our time. Perfect for poetry enthusiasts, students, and anyone seeking rich, thought-provoking literature, 'The Laughter of the Sphinx' is a must-have addition to your collection. Its 96 pages promise a literary journey unlike any other. Enjoy free shipping on this poignant work; please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. To connect with the essence of human experience, immerse yourself in Palmer's exquisite words today!

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ISBN: 9780811225540
Year: 2016
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 96


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Michael Palmer's new book”a collection in two parts, "The Laughter of the Sphinx" and "Still (a cantata”or nada”for Sister Satan)contains 52 poems.The title poem begins "The laughter of the Sphinx / caused my eyes to bleed" and haunts us with the ruin we are making of our world, even as Palmer revels in its incredible beauty. Such central tensions in The Laughter of the Sphinx”between beauty and loss, love and death, motion and rest, knowledge and ignorance”glow in Palmer's lyrical play of light and entirely hypnotize the reader. The stakes, as always with Palmer, are very high, essentially life and death: "Please favor us with a reply / regarding our one-time offer / which will soon expire."
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