All: A James Broughton Reader (White Crane Wisdom)
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (986 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1590210212 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-03 |
| Language | : | English |
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His commentary, made from the point of view of an outsider, was leveled at some of the century's most precious myths. Broughton countered myth with myth. He was a poet, not of the ivory tower but of the innovative street; a playful, urban voice with the notion that a poet could change the world. In a time aghast at its own horrors, Broughton championed laughter. In a rational century, he asserted mystery. All: A James Broughton Reader collects the range of this acclaimed poet and filmmaker.
If you are familiar with James Broughton's work, you already know you must have this book. If you have not experienced Broughton's poetry, film or journals, treat yourself you're in for Big Joy. --Katherine Hastings, Big BridgeJames Broughton was a poet, filmmaker, and all-around faerie for whom effervescent joy was a way of life. This rich sampler, smartly compiled with a caring touch, is a delicious introduction to the words of a shaman whose life, as much as his art, celebrated the necessity - and the fun - of love. --Richard Labonte, Bookmarks
Big Joy Amplified Jack Foley has done a masterful job of collecting the very best of James Broughton's poems, plays, and prose and made them again accessible to a public in need of Big Joy.. Big Joy Katherine Hastings With the release of this important book on filmmaker and poet James Broughton we are handed a unique experience, for it is "the very first book to allow the various aspects of Broughton's complex personality to 'sing' to one another." Broughton, or "Big Joy," was so vastly talented and led such an extraordinarily interesting life, that one comes away from this gorgeous and excellently structured book wondering how we did without it. Foley knew Broughton personally; perhaps this is one of the reasons he brought the book to perfection. If. Amazon Customer said Wisdom For the Ages. While I was not very familiar with James Broughton's work, I had heard how much people liked him as both a poet and filmmaker. Poetry is not my first choice of reading but I can be induced to try out anything unfamiliar to me as it was with this book. The book was very engaging and let the reader immerse themselves in the author's personality. Broughton comes across at times, a happy and care free person and then there are times you can sense a bit of unhappiness or depression. All in all the reader gets a chance to see all facets of th