Discover the enchanting world of Ray Gonzalez's latest collection, a captivating journey through surreal landscapes and vibrant human emotions in prose poetry. In this brand new trade paperback edition, Gonzalez invites readers to explore the profound intersection of art and science, intertwining whimsical narratives with sharp insights, a hallmark of his illustrious writing career. This 2009 BOA Editions release features a compelling blend of magical realism, where Gonzalez masterfully walks the line between reality and imagination. Delve into eye-opening poems such as 'The Guitars,' where humor collides with the myths of rock stars, echoing the reflective tones of literary giants like Kenneth Rexroth and Hart Crane. Renowned for his unique voice, Gonzalez’s work has garnered prestigious awards, including the Minnesota Literary Award for Poetry and the PEN Oakland/Josephine Miles Book Award. This essential prose poetry collection is a treasure for both avid readers and newcomers alike. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781934414293. Order your copy today and experience the brilliance of Ray Gonzalez's poetic imagination.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781934414293
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2009
Publisher: BOA Editions


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In his 10th book, renowned prose poet Gonzalez proclaims he
is at the crossroads in [his] throat where he looks both ways. Gonzalez is as
quirky as ever, matching the didactic tone and jargon of a scientist with the
sensibilities of artists like Kenneth Rexroth, Hart Crane and Picasso, among
others, who walk in and out of the poems." --Publishers Weekly Fusing the
real with the surreal and the natural world with human relationships, Ray
Gonzalez creates his own brand of magical realism. Gonzalez also brings pop
humour in such poems as "The Guitars," which uses the word "guitar" in almost
every sentence to talk about the true (and not so true) lives of rock stars.
David Lazar notes, "Ray Gonzalez may be our most essential prose poet." Ray
Gonzalez's awards include the 2003 Minnesota Literary Award for Poetry, and the
PEN Oakland/Josephine Miles Book Award. He has published nine poetry
collections and edited twelve anthologies, including No Boundaries: Prose Poems
by 24 American Poets.