Knut Odegard Book order

The work of Norwegian poet Odegard blends naturalism with experimental elements, creating a unique voice that is both solemn and moving. It oscillates between humor and off-beat moments, captivating readers with its honest and simplistic approach. The poetry evokes a range of emotions, charming while also chilling, showcasing the depth and complexity of human experience.

"Missa" is a long poem, its structure paralleling that of Britten's War Requiem. Knut's poem brings the dark and destructive forces in the human person into the Catholic Mass, which is performed in a space that accommodates all that is human...here, the dark mysteries and the splintered experiences find an answer in a larger context.