Steven Carter is a unique two-time recipient of the coveted Nuove Lettere International Poetry and Literature Prize. His work, deeply rooted in literary analysis, explores intricate human emotions and philosophical concepts. Through his distinctive style and approach, he offers readers a profound insight into the contemporary world.
Set in the enchanting twilight hours, the story follows the adventures of various night critters as they emerge during the magical transition from day to night. As the sun sets and darkness approaches, these creatures explore their surroundings, revealing the wonders and mysteries of the gloaming. The narrative captures the beauty and intrigue of this unique time, inviting readers to discover what roams in the gloaming.
How to Read a Japanese Poem offers a comprehensive approach to making sense of traditional Japanese poetry of all genres and periods. Steven D. Carter explains to Anglophone students the methods of composition and literary interpretation used by Japanese poets, scholars, and critics from ancient times to the present.
This Invitational Life redeems the process of talking about what we believe, casting a vision for relational, non-threatening conversations that point people to Christ.
Focusing on the understanding and management of panic attacks, this book provides insights into their physiological basis, helping readers grasp what they experience. It offers practical breathing techniques to promote calmness and strategies to maintain a steady heart rate during episodes. Additionally, the book guides readers on recovery methods post-attack, empowering them with knowledge and tools to cope effectively with anxiety and panic.
Exploring the theme of societal homogeneity, this satirical work highlights how differences among people, places, and things are often superficial. It serves as a companion to Steven Carter's earlier book, delving into the nuanced distinctions that shape perceptions. Through wit and humor, it challenges readers to reconsider the nature of distinctions in a seemingly uniform world.
The third volume of Steven Carter's trilogy features a collection of fables and parables that showcase a diverse array of butterfly characters. These butterflies embody human traits, ranging from naivety to sarcasm, and explore philosophical themes with humor. Their unique personalities and experiences provide insightful commentary on the human condition, making the stories both entertaining and thought-provoking.
While the rise of the charmingly simple, brilliantly evocative haiku is often associated with the seventeenth-century Japanese poet Matsuo Basho, the form had already flourished for more than four hundred years before Basho even began to write. These early poems, known as hokku, are identical to haiku in syllable count and structure but function differently as a genre. Whereas each haiku is its own constellation of image and meaning, a hokku opens a series of linked, collaborative stanzas in a sequence called renga. Under the mastery of Basho, hokku first gained its modern independence. His talents contributed to the evolution of the style into the haiku beloved by so many poets around the world--Richard Wright, Jack Kerouac, and Billy Collins being notable devotees. Haiku Before Haiku presents 320 hokku composed between the thirteenth and early eighteenth centuries, from the poems of the courtier Nijo Yoshimoto to those of the genre's first "professional" master, Sogi, and his disciples. It features 20 masterpieces by Basho himself. Steven D. Carter introduces the history of haiku and its aesthetics, classifying these poems according to style and context. His rich commentary and notes on composition and setting illuminate each work, and he provides brief biographies of the poets, the original Japanese text in romanized form, and earlier, classical poems to which some of the hokku allude.
With over 200 entries, the book offers a fresh take on Aesop's timeless fables through parody. Blending humor, poignancy, and depth, it reinterprets classic tales for a contemporary audience, ensuring both entertainment and instruction. The unique approach breathes new life into well-known stories, making them relevant and engaging for readers today.
The book presents over 200 original oxymorons accompanied by satirical commentaries, offering a humorous critique of language and society. It serves as a modern counterpart to Ambrose Bierce's classic work, enhancing the tradition of wordplay and wit. With its clever twists, it invites readers to reflect on the contradictions inherent in everyday expressions and societal norms, making it a unique addition to the genre of satirical literature.
Featuring over 450 entries, this sixth volume continues the exploration of thought and reflection initiated in the previous books. It includes autobiographical elements and presents "meetings of the minds," where the author engages in dialogues with historical aphorists and thinkers. This blend of personal insight and intellectual discourse invites readers to reflect on philosophical themes and the nature of wisdom.