Earth Recitals

Focusing on the interplay between imagery and visionary experience, this collection of essays explores cultural practices primarily in poetry, while also delving into painting, sculpture, and song. It examines the evolution of the image throughout history, particularly in relation to Imagism, modernism, and surrealism. Central themes include the concepts of interiority and exteriority, analyzing how images manifest and are reinterpreted mentally. Additionally, it introduces insights from notable Sufi scholar Henry Corbin, enriching the discussion of the image's significance.