
Nick Flynn Reads Zoë Hitzig
The New Yorker: Poetry
Exploring Symbolism in Objectivity as Blanket
The chapter delves into the strategic use of negation, linguistic playfulness, and political undertones in the poem 'Objectivity as Blanket' by Zoe Hitzig. The speakers reflect on the complexities of communication, language, and truth within the poem, evoking unresolved tension throughout the analysis. The conversation explores themes of love, violence, trials, and transformation, culminating in a poignant reflection on the significance of a particular line within the poem.
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