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Doubletalking the Homophonic Sublime

Doubletalking the Homophonic Sublime

Comedy, Appropriation, and the Sounds of One Hand Clapping
EssaysPoetry
Published
2021
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection of essays by Charles Bernstein delves into the poetics of sound and translation, featuring "Doubletalking the Homophonic Sublime." The essay explores how homophonic translations prioritize sound over lexical meaning, offering numerous examples from modernist poets like Pound and Bunting to contemporary figures. It also includes a conversation with Bernstein about his work, providing further insight into his unique approach to poetry.

Prose complexity
9/10

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IntellectualComplexThought-ProvokingPhilosophical

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Essays Poetry

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Charles Bernsteinwork.info.role.
Vincent Broquawork.info.role.
E. E. Cummingswork.info.role.
Ezra Poundwork.info.role.
William Carlos Williamswork.info.role.
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