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The wonder paradox : embracing the weirdness of existence and the poetry of our lives
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The wonder paradox : embracing the weirdness of existence and the poetry of our lives

by Jennifer Michael Hecht

This work explores how poetry provides meaning and connection in a secular world, replacing religious structures with literary wisdom. It analyses global poetic traditions to offer guidance for life's milestones and foster a sense of wonder.

Accession 25510 ISBN 9780374292744 Publisher Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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