
Maureen McLane Reads Liz Waldner
The New Yorker: Poetry
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Exploring Interconnectedness and Nature in 'Mesh'
The chapter delves into a poem titled 'Mesh', discussing how it encapsulates the interpenetration of species and the interconnectedness of animate and inanimate worlds. Drawing inspiration from ecology writers like Timothy Morton, the chapter reflects on the beauty found in nature, the collision of minds, and the purpose of existence as portrayed in the poem. Additionally, the influence of William Carlos Williams on poetry is explored, focusing on the attention to detail, specificity, and perceptual acuity found in his work.
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