Harry Matthews' Sonarification, is a ground breaking first collection. Its themes are given a contemporary significance in threats to the ocean, & traditionally, in poems celebrating antiquity, love, friendship, loss and triumph.
Harry Mathews Books
February 14, 1930 – January 25, 2017
Harry Mathews was an American author celebrated for his innovative novels, poetry, and essays. A founding member and editor of the literary journal Locus Solus, he significantly influenced the avant-garde literary scene. Mathews became the first American inducted into the French literary society Oulipo, exploring new possibilities in literature through formal constraints and algorithms. His works, often embodying these principles, showcase a unique vision for literary creation.
Cigarettes is a novel about the rich and powerful, tracing their complicated relationships from the 1930s to the 1960s, from New York City to Upper New York State. Though nothing is as simple as it might appear to be, we could describe this as a story about Allen, who is married to Maud but having an affair with Elizabeth, who lives with Maud. Or say it is a story about fraud in the art world, horse racing, and sexual intrigues. Or, as one critic did, compare it to a Jane Austen creation, or to an Aldous Huxley novel--and be right and wrong on both counts. What one can emphatically say is that Cigarettes is a brilliant display of Harry Mathews's ingenuity and deadly playfulness.
The Conversions
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
The concluding 70 sonnets of this volume delve into the lives of the Amsterdam outcasts within the Lillard Universe, offering a rich exploration of their struggles, aspirations, and relationships. Through poetic form, the work captures the essence of their experiences, weaving themes of resilience and identity against the backdrop of Amsterdam. This collection serves as a powerful culmination of the first volume, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of belonging and the human condition.
True to the God in You
- 110 pages
- 4 hours of reading
The collection showcases a profound emotional resonance through inspirational poetry, reflecting the spirit's epiphany during the latter half of 2020. Each poem invites readers to embark on an imaginative journey, echoing William Blake's vision of engaging deeply with poetic imagery. The verses aim to uplift and transform, encouraging a connection that leads to personal happiness and enlightenment.
The Lost Shadow of Things
- 116 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Exploring themes of impermanence and the eternal, this poetry collection reflects on the interconnectedness of life and the natural world. Through a sensitive lens, the poet conveys an acceptance of existence that fosters personal growth and a deeper ecological awareness. Each poem serves as a meditation on how the transient aspects of life shape our experiences and understanding of the universe.
Alphabet Gourmand
- 64 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Un abécédaire français et anglais. Chaque lettre fait l'objet d'un poème (dans chacune des langues) à sa consonnance (le crocodile a croqué...), mais, en français, ce n'est pas évident pour toutes les lettres, par exemple le A, le I, ni le O substitué par le eau, ni le U... Une présentation originale Où les illustrations sont faites de sculptures de pâte.
Der Obstgarten
Erinnerungen an Georges Perec
Den Stil von dessen Buch »Je me souviens« wählend erinnert sich Harry Mathews an seinen verstorbenen Freund Georges Perec und zeichnet ein zärtliches Bild gemeinsam erlebter Tage und Stunden. Die von großer Intimität getragene Trauerarbeit macht den Text zu einem literarischen Juwel, das nahe Einblicke in die Person des großen Autors und Freundes gewährt.
