Length28m
About this audiobook
In "Tender Buttons," Gertrude Stein presents a groundbreaking exploration of language and perception through a collection of prose poems that defy traditional narrative structure. Published in 1914, this work challenges the conventions of grammar and syntax, focusing instead on the sensory experience of objects and domesticity. Stein's fragmented and avant-garde style reflects the modernist movement, where the emphasis shifts from representational art to an exploration of the essence of objects and experiences. Each section—'Objects,' 'Food,' and 'Rooms'—serves as a meditation on the ordinary, inviting readers to reconsider their relation to the mundane through Stein's whimsical yet incisive use of language. Gertrude Stein, a pivotal figure of American modernism, was deeply influenced by her experiences in Paris and her connections with contemporaries such as Pablo Picasso and Ernest Hemingway. Her bold experiments with form were a reaction to the societal changes of her time and stemmed from her background in philosophy and a keen interest in the psychological dimensions of language. Stein's pursuit of art's intersection with everyday life culminates in this distinctive work, which exemplifies her desire to push literary boundaries. "Tender Buttons" is essential reading for those intrigued by experimental literature and the exploration of identity through language. It invites readers to engage with the subtleties of word choice and the nuances of perception, making it a thought-provoking experience suitable for both literary scholars and casual readers alike.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry
Length28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2ROOMS
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