The wonder paradox : embracing the weirdness of existence and the poetry of our lives

Hecht, Jennifer Michael, 1965- author.

Book 2023

The rhythms and structures of society were all once set by religion. Now, for many, religion no longer runs the show. How, then, to celebrate milestones? Find rules to guide us? Figure out texts that offer a chance to dwell for an instant in what can't be said? The answer, Hecht says, is in poetry. She offers ways to mine and adapt the useful aspects of tradition and to replace what no longer feels true, through cultures and poetic wisdom from ar...

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ISBN:

9780374292744

Edition:

First edition

Description:

x, 352 pages ; 24 cm

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 323-335) and indexes

Contents:

Introduction
Practices : On decisions ; On eating ; On gratitude ; On sleep ; On meditation
Holidays : On happier holidays ; On scary holidays ; On a day for shame and grace ; On sabbaths and Fool's Days ; On Earth Day and rebirth
Life celebrations : On weddings ; On welcoming babies ; On coming-of-age ; On love poetry ; On funerals and memorials
Emergencies and wisdom questions : On depression ; On the social contract blues ; On choosing a code to live by ; On talking to children about heavenlessness ; On morality

LCCN:

2022049726

Control Number:

3280659

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