The New Yorker: Poetry
Lucie Brock-Broido reads Franz Wright
Aug 20, 2014
Lucie Brock-Broido discusses Franz Wright's poetry with host Paul Muldoon. They analyze themes of life and death in 'Recurring Awakening' and share insights on grief-inspired writing. Brock-Broido also reads her poem for a snow leopard, reflecting on loss and memories.
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- Franz Wright's poems have a unique blend of black humor and life-sustaining aspects despite their darkness.
- Lucie Brock-Broido highlights the importance of poems drawing readers in deeply and setting them up for unexpected journeys.
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Exploring Franz Wright's Poetry Through 'Recurring Awakening'
The episode delves into the poem 'Recurring Awakening' by Franz Wright, discussing the element of surprise and depth in his work. The guest, Lucy Broido, highlights the unique qualities of Wright's poems, noting their black humor and life-sustaining aspects despite their darkness. Broido emphasizes the importance of poems drawing readers in deeply, setting them up for unexpected journeys.
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