Thomas Lux Books

August 4, 1962

Thomas Lux was an acclaimed poet and teacher whose early work was marked by a haunted irony, drawing from the Neo-Surrealist movement. His poetry gradually evolved towards a more direct engagement with human experience, retaining its distinct strangeness. Lux masterfully combined humor with existentialism, often employing sardonic speakers and vivid imagery to explore life's complexities, where tragedy intertwines with comedy. He was known for his dedication to craft, emphasizing accessible yet profound poetry that invited readers into its human core.

The limiting extremal behaviour of speculative returns

Volatility clustering in financial markets

Genetic learning as an explanation of stylized facts of foreign exchange markets

Nonlinear dynamics and heterogenous interacting agents

Time variation of second moments from a noise trader/infection model

From the Southland
218 pages
8 hours of reading
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Literary Nonfiction. FROM THE SOUTHLAND is the nonfiction debut from award-winning poet, Thomas Lux, author of more than eleven books of poetry. Lux turns that same unique lens he uses to make those immensely satisfying and well-wrought poems on the most unlikely the heroic mundane, the awful—as in full of awe, and the tragic. He reveals to each of us, through that lens, through his praise of the absurdly beautiful, the space we inhabit and those travelling with us. Set in the San Diego area his subjects Even the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge is a character itself. His investigations are presented in painstaking detail—stories so fantastic, they have to be true.
Time variation of second moments from a noise trader/infection model
Nonlinear dynamics and heterogenous interacting agents
Economic application of nonlinear dynamics, microscopic agent-based modelling, and the use of artificial intelligence techniques as learning devices of boundedly rational actors are among the most exciting interdisciplinary ventures of economic theory over the past decade. This volume provides us with a most fascinating series of examples on „complexity in action“ exemplifying the scope and explanatory power of these innovative approaches.
Genetic learning as an explanation of stylized facts of foreign exchange markets
Volatility clustering in financial markets
The limiting extremal behaviour of speculative returns
Long term stochastic dependence in financial prices
Ratchet effects and "hysteresis" in a dynamic insider outsider model
The Cradle Place
76 pages
3 hours of reading
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Thomas Lux presents a collection that reflects his evolution as a poet, blending elements of surrealism with a more grounded perspective. As a "recovering surrealist," he explores themes of reality and imagination, offering readers a unique lens through which to view the world. His work, recognized with the Kingsley Tufts Award, showcases a mastery of language and an ability to evoke deep emotions, making this collection a compelling addition to contemporary poetry.
God Particles
80 pages
3 hours of reading
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Exploring themes of intolerance, loss, and mortality, the poems in this collection are infused with a satirical edge and profound compassion. Lux's unique voice balances dark humor with unexpected sweetness, creating a poignant reflection on the human condition. The title poem reveals a contemplative take on divinity and humanity, suggesting a shared connection despite our flaws. This work stands out as Lux's most compassionate offering, showcasing his originality and imaginative depth.