The Dean of Discipline

Michael Waters author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:University of Pittsburgh Press

Published:13th Feb '18

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In this collection, Michael Waters intricately weaves together the sensual and the spiritual, revealing their complexities with clarity. His poems resonate with passionate eloquence and a deep commitment to his craft.

In "The Dean of Discipline," Michael Waters delves into the intricate relationships between the sensual and the spiritual, crafting poems that reveal their complexities with both precision and clarity. The collection stands out for its musicality and imaginative depth, inviting readers to explore the profound mysteries that lie at the intersection of desire and transcendence. Waters’ ability to weave these themes into his work showcases his keen understanding of the human experience.

The title itself suggests a commitment to the artistic process, reflecting the disciplined approach that drives Waters to continually refine his craft. Each poem serves as a testament to this rigorous consciousness, as he meticulously constructs lines that resonate with emotional weight and intellectual insight. This dedication to his art is evident throughout the collection, where Waters’ voice emerges as both passionate and eloquent, drawing readers into his vivid world.

As the reader navigates through the pages, they encounter a rich tapestry of imagery and emotion. Waters’ poems are marked by their intensity, each line building upon the last to create a powerful narrative that lingers long after the reading is complete. "The Dean of Discipline" not only showcases Waters’ skill as a poet but also invites reflection on the deeper connections between our physical and spiritual lives, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in the complexities of human existence.

Past praise for Michael Waters:
Waters stands among the best American poets writing today.

-- Roberto Bonazzi * San Antonio Express-News *

Waters’ pleasure in the figurative and musical possibilities of language is evident again and again.

-- Tony Roberts * Stand (UK) *

Michael Waters is the ablest poet of an able generation.

* Floyd Collins, Gettysburg Review *

The Dean of Discipline's absorbing subject is the making of art, showing and teaching us a poet's meticulous and raucous devotion so that we gain a sound and sense of how the poems are, in fact, created.

* The Georgia Review *

"The Dean of Discipline...never swerves from looking to language to explore universal longings through the particularities of human experience."

* Terry Lucas, The Widening Spe

ISBN: 9780822965268

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80 pages