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Short Flights: Thirty-Two Modern Writers Share Aphorisms of Insight, Inspiration, and Wit

Short Flights: Thirty-Two Modern Writers Share Aphorisms of Insight, Inspiration, and Wit

James Lough
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A compilation of satirical and philosophical aphorisms from modern writers on the cutting edge of their craft
 
A unique anthology that draws together the work and musings of our leading pioneers of short-form writing, this book features writers who take this time-honored literary form to new heights. Concise, wise, and sometimes terse or humorous, aphorisms are short phrases that are often instructional or moralistic. With a brief introductory piece from each author and a generous sampling of each individual’s particular take on the aphorism, the reader is presented with a vast trove of wit, wisdom, insight, and inspiration, as well as new ways to look at language, words, and writing. From “Nothing dirtier than old soap” to “He doesn’t need imagination—he’s got money,” the writers expound upon their favorite adages. The contributors range from prize-winning poets Charles Simic and Stephen Dobyns to bestselling authors like James Geary, David Shields, and experimental writers such as Olivia Dresher and Yahia Lababidi. Short Flights is sure to intrigue and delight all lovers of literature, language, and wordplay.
Pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Schaffner Press, Inc.
Release
November 13, 2015
ISBN
1936182882
ISBN 13
9781936182886

Short Flights: Thirty-Two Modern Writers Share Aphorisms of Insight, Inspiration, and Wit

James Lough
3.9/5 ( ratings)
Read Download
A compilation of satirical and philosophical aphorisms from modern writers on the cutting edge of their craft
 
A unique anthology that draws together the work and musings of our leading pioneers of short-form writing, this book features writers who take this time-honored literary form to new heights. Concise, wise, and sometimes terse or humorous, aphorisms are short phrases that are often instructional or moralistic. With a brief introductory piece from each author and a generous sampling of each individual’s particular take on the aphorism, the reader is presented with a vast trove of wit, wisdom, insight, and inspiration, as well as new ways to look at language, words, and writing. From “Nothing dirtier than old soap” to “He doesn’t need imagination—he’s got money,” the writers expound upon their favorite adages. The contributors range from prize-winning poets Charles Simic and Stephen Dobyns to bestselling authors like James Geary, David Shields, and experimental writers such as Olivia Dresher and Yahia Lababidi. Short Flights is sure to intrigue and delight all lovers of literature, language, and wordplay.
Pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Schaffner Press, Inc.
Release
November 13, 2015
ISBN
1936182882
ISBN 13
9781936182886

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