It is good, Ron
I like the way that he explains to some extent what might need explaining
without patronising. I like the use of simple and clear language
I like "glance-rhyme". That's mine too now.
One thing which struck me as odd - and a thing which I think takes us
outside of Niedecker as a subject - is
"the life work of a really fine American poet"
Why specify _American_ like that?
It seems to me the meaning of _American_ there is slightly different to the
meaning in "Hear the American voice there? Niedecker lived most of her life
in Black Hawk Island, Wis., and her voice is quite Northern Midwest. "
Though it's difficult to be sure because the latter isnt developed. And as a
sentiment, I dont think the text quoted is especially USAmerican... Maybe in
"put forth"... I wish he'd said more on that. He was very careful to be sure
he explained his terms elsewhere; it's a pity he didn't check we heard what
he thought we shoud hear - I cant believe there is unanimity on what an
"American voice" is
& I dont think anyone has ever disputed Niedecker was USAmerican... or that
anyone is likely to claim there is any shortage of fine poets in USA
Never mind. Still a good review. And a book I want. (Fairy godpersons to
note)
Happy same old crap everyone
L
-----Original Message-----
From: Ron <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>
Date: 31 December 2003 14:56
Subject: Niedecker review
>An excellent review of Lorine Niedecker in today's Philadelphia
>Inquirer:
>
>http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/news/magazine/daily/7602366.htm
>
>Ron
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