Things Merely Are

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Exploring the profound impact of poetry, Simon Critchley highlights its unique ability to enhance life through observation and language. Engaging deeply with Wallace Stevens' work, he uncovers the philosophical insights embedded in poetry. Critchley advocates for a "poetic epistemology," proposing that this approach allows for a fresh understanding of the relationship between mind and world, ultimately suggesting a way to transcend traditional philosophical dilemmas.