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Thomas Lux

    4 augustus 1962

    Thomas Lux was een befaamd dichter en docent wiens vroege werk gekenmerkt werd door een spookachtige ironie, geïnspireerd door de neo-surrealistische beweging. Zijn poëzie evolueerde geleidelijk naar een directere omgang met de menselijke ervaring, met behoud van zijn kenmerkende vreemdheid. Lux combineerde meesterlijk humor met existentialisme, waarbij hij vaak sarcastische vertellers en treffende beelden gebruikte om de complexiteit van het leven te onderzoeken, waar tragedie en komedie elkaar afwisselen. Hij stond bekend om zijn toewijding aan het dichterlijk ambacht, met de nadruk op toegankelijke, doch diepgaande poëzie die de lezer uitnodigde tot de menselijke kern ervan.

    Child Made of Sand
    The Street of Clocks
    To the Left of Time
    God Particles
    The Cradle Place
    From the Southland
    • From the Southland

      • 218bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen
      4,4(5)Tarief

      Literary Nonfiction. FROM THE SOUTHLAND is the nonfiction debut from award-winning poet, Thomas Lux, author of more than eleven books of poetry. Lux turns that same unique lens he uses to make those immensely satisfying and well-wrought poems on the most unlikely the heroic mundane, the awful—as in full of awe, and the tragic. He reveals to each of us, through that lens, through his praise of the absurdly beautiful, the space we inhabit and those travelling with us. Set in the San Diego area his subjects Even the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge is a character itself. His investigations are presented in painstaking detail—stories so fantastic, they have to be true.

      From the Southland
    • The Cradle Place

      • 76bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen
      4,1(87)Tarief

      Thomas Lux presents a collection that reflects his evolution as a poet, blending elements of surrealism with a more grounded perspective. As a "recovering surrealist," he explores themes of reality and imagination, offering readers a unique lens through which to view the world. His work, recognized with the Kingsley Tufts Award, showcases a mastery of language and an ability to evoke deep emotions, making this collection a compelling addition to contemporary poetry.

      The Cradle Place
    • God Particles

      • 80bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen
      3,9(102)Tarief

      Exploring themes of intolerance, loss, and mortality, the poems in this collection are infused with a satirical edge and profound compassion. Lux's unique voice balances dark humor with unexpected sweetness, creating a poignant reflection on the human condition. The title poem reveals a contemplative take on divinity and humanity, suggesting a shared connection despite our flaws. This work stands out as Lux's most compassionate offering, showcasing his originality and imaginative depth.

      God Particles
    • To the Left of Time

      • 96bladzijden
      • 4 uur lezen
      3,8(69)Tarief

      This collection showcases the distinctive voice of Thomas Lux, a celebrated poet known for his innovative style and profound themes. It features a range of poems that explore intricate emotions, vivid imagery, and thought-provoking insights, reflecting Lux's mastery of language and form. Each piece invites readers to engage with the complexities of life and human experience, making this collection a significant contribution to contemporary poetry.

      To the Left of Time
    • The Street of Clocks

      • 64bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen
      3,7(110)Tarief

      Exploring the complexities of love and conflict with the world, this collection features a narrator whose voice resonates through diverse landscapes, from rural America to mysterious southern regions. The poems are rich with imagery, drawing inspiration from nature's elements such as rivers, swamps, deserts, and jungles, reflecting both beauty and turmoil. As Thomas Lux's first new collection in nearly three decades, it showcases his unique perspective and mastery of language, making it a significant addition to contemporary poetry.

      The Street of Clocks
    • Child Made of Sand

      Poems

      • 80bladzijden
      • 3 uur lezen
      3,6(47)Tarief

      Lux's new collection showcases his signature blend of humor and surrealism while introducing a poignant exploration of time and mortality. Through a series of homages, elegies, and autobiographical pieces, he invites readers into a quieter, reflective space. The poem "West Shining Tree" exemplifies this shift, as Lux contemplates the journey toward understanding life's deeper truths. With echoes of his inventive style, this collection marks a mature evolution in his poetic voice, reinforcing his status among America's most engaging poets.

      Child Made of Sand
    • Economic application of nonlinear dynamics, microscopic agent-based modelling, and the use of artificial intelligence techniques as learning devices of boundedly rational actors are among the most exciting interdisciplinary ventures of economic theory over the past decade. This volume provides us with a most fascinating series of examples on „complexity in action“ exemplifying the scope and explanatory power of these innovative approaches.

      Nonlinear dynamics and heterogenous interacting agents