New collection from award-winning poet John Mateer
In a sequence of 64 sonnets, John Mateerdescribes the encounters of an alter-ego, Joo, as he travels across the globe,attending festivals and readings, meeting with friends, lovers, and often-famousfellow authors. Questioning identity, melancholy in disposition, troubledby dreams and memories, Joo is also an innocent, and given to moments ofillumination and joy.
Mateer is both ironic and affectionate in his treatmentof this picaresque figure, creating through his sonnet sequence a narrativewhich is new in Australian writing, the worldwide adventures of the poet as anti-hero, one who, despite his disappointments, still believes in the power of literatureto create a sense of belonging, and to invoke 'the deep mandala of meeting andfriendship'.
'JohnMateer is a poet with a peripatetic sense of self who is fascinated bycross-cultural historical currents and transformations...his poems frequentlyregister how history and its associated human ambitions and cruelties taint orinflect much that we know.' - SydneyReview of Books
New collection from award-winning poet John Mateer
In a sequence of 64 sonnets, John Mateerdescribes the encounters of an alter-ego, Joo, as he travels across the globe,attending festivals and readings, meeting with friends, lovers, and often-famousfellow authors. Questioning identity, melancholy in disposition, troubledby dreams and memories, Joo is also an innocent, and given to moments ofillumination and joy.
Mateer is both ironic and affectionate in his treatmentof this picaresque figure, creating through his sonnet sequence a narrativewhich is new in Australian writing, the worldwide adventures of the poet as anti-hero, one who, despite his disappointments, still believes in the power of literatureto create a sense of belonging, and to invoke 'the deep mandala of meeting andfriendship'.
'JohnMateer is a poet with a peripatetic sense of self who is fascinated bycross-cultural historical currents and transformations...his poems frequentlyregister how history and its associated human ambitions and cruelties taint orinflect much that we know.' - SydneyReview of Books
Most die-hard Brazilian music fans would argue that Getz/Gilberto, the iconic 1964 album featuring "The Girl from Ipanema," is not the best bossa nova record. Yet we've all heard "The Girl from...
Discover your next great read at BookLoop, Australia's trusted online bookstore offering a vast selection of titles across various genres and interests. Whether you're curious about what's trending or searching for graphic novels that captivate, thrilling crime and mystery fiction, or exhilarating action and adventure stories, our curated collections have something for every reader. Delve into imaginative fantasy worlds or explore the realms of science fiction that challenge the boundaries of reality.
Stay updated with the literary world by browsing our trending books, featuring the latest bestsellers and critically acclaimed works. Explore titles from popular brands like Minecraft, Pokemon, Star Wars, Bluey, Lonely Planet, ABIA award winners, Peppa Pig, and our specialized collection of ADHD books. At BookLoop, we are committed to providing a diverse and enriching reading experience for all.
Sign In
your cart
Your cart is empty
Menu
Search
PRE-SALES
If you have any questions before making a purchase chat with our online operators to get more information.
