Clark Giffords Body
Kenneth Fearing's poem "Clark Gifford's Body" explores the intersection of the personal and the political, reflecting on themes of identity, mortality, and societal expectations. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, Fearing delves into the complexities of an individual’s existence within a larger framework of social and cultural narratives. The poem juxtaposes the connotations of life with the inevitability of death, prompting readers to consider how individual experiences are often overshadowed by broader historical contexts. Fearing’s use of stark contrasts and emotional resonance invites contemplation on the significance of memory and the ephemeral nature of human life, making it a compelling reflection on personhood in a fragmented world.
(brand new paperback by Kenneth Fearing introduction by Robert Polito copyright 2007)
Kenneth Fearing's poem "Clark Gifford's Body" explores the intersection of the personal and the political, reflecting on themes of identity, mortality, and societal expectations. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, Fearing delves into the complexities of an individual’s existence within a larger framework of social and cultural narratives. The poem juxtaposes the connotations of life with the inevitability of death, prompting readers to consider how individual experiences are often overshadowed by broader historical contexts. Fearing’s use of stark contrasts and emotional resonance invites contemplation on the significance of memory and the ephemeral nature of human life, making it a compelling reflection on personhood in a fragmented world.
(brand new paperback by Kenneth Fearing introduction by Robert Polito copyright 2007)
Kenneth Fearing's poem "Clark Gifford's Body" explores the intersection of the personal and the political, reflecting on themes of identity, mortality, and societal expectations. Through vivid imagery and poignant language, Fearing delves into the complexities of an individual’s existence within a larger framework of social and cultural narratives. The poem juxtaposes the connotations of life with the inevitability of death, prompting readers to consider how individual experiences are often overshadowed by broader historical contexts. Fearing’s use of stark contrasts and emotional resonance invites contemplation on the significance of memory and the ephemeral nature of human life, making it a compelling reflection on personhood in a fragmented world.
(brand new paperback by Kenneth Fearing introduction by Robert Polito copyright 2007)
