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Who Wants To Buy An Expanded Edition Of A Book Of Poems?

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Who Wants To Buy An Expanded Edition Of A Book Of Poems?

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Unexpurgated madness in an expanded edition of poems.

This book is a treasure for poetry lovers who seek a raw and unapologetic exploration of the human mind. Gwee Li Sui's unexpurgated edition takes readers on a journey through the poet's unfiltered thoughts and emotions, capturing a sense of madness that is both intriguing and thought-provoking. If you thought you knew this book, think again. Brace yourself for an intense and riveting experience that will challenge your perceptions and leave you questioning the boundaries of art. It's time to delve into the depths of poetic insanity and embrace the unexpected.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Who Wants To Buy An Expanded Edition Of A Book Of Poems?

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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

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ISBN: 9789814189620

Description

It feels unkind to reveal a long-held secret of Who Wants to Buy a Book of
Poems? published in 1988 – the published form, known and loved for years,
is quite unlike the poet’s original manuscript. In 1998, when Landmark
Books sought to introduce Gwee Li Sui, it reckoned that a slim, focused
volume could showcase his distinct voice better. That decision had led to
the manuscript being halved and its shape changed subtly. Also, Who Wants
to Buy a Book of Poems? was a very naughty book and, given the sensitivity
of the times, a gentler text was published. The current book sees a couple
of those changes reversed only because more readers today are able to bring
the right frame of mind to their reading. While reading this unexpurgated
edition, you may get a pricking sense of the poet being an excitable
madman. What manner of madness he suffered remains unclear. With nothing
left but silly speculations, do enjoy this recovered text or to correct
your enjoyment of an old book you thought you knew.


Author: Gwee Li Sui
Publisher: Landmark Books Pte Ltd
Publication Date: 2015
 

Unexpurgated madness in an expanded edition of poems.

This book is a treasure for poetry lovers who seek a raw and unapologetic exploration of the human mind. Gwee Li Sui's unexpurgated edition takes readers on a journey through the poet's unfiltered thoughts and emotions, capturing a sense of madness that is both intriguing and thought-provoking. If you thought you knew this book, think again. Brace yourself for an intense and riveting experience that will challenge your perceptions and leave you questioning the boundaries of art. It's time to delve into the depths of poetic insanity and embrace the unexpected.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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