{"title":"Alison Grimaldi Donahue","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eAlison Grimaldi Donahue\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author whose writings deftly traverse the realms of arts and culture. Known for her profound exploration of themes and evocative storytelling, Alison captures the quintessence of the human experience with grace and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout offerings in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe History of Breathing\u003c\/em\u003e, a remarkable book that delicately intertwines art, history, and personal narrative. This piece invites readers to delve into the underlying currents of cultural expression and individual consciousness. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of arts and culture or a curious mind beginning to explore these areas, Alison's work promises to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the literary world of Alison Grimaldi Donahue, where each book serves as a journey through the intricacies and beauty of human expression and cultural richness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-history-of-breathing-by-alison-grimaldi-donahue-9783035808339","title":"The History Of Breathing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA new poetry collection considers the relationship between sound and meaning, and the significance of the pause in language.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Etruscan language knew no blank spaces, no breaks between words. Its texture resembled an uninterrupted flow of speech—more singing than speaking, more form than content. Only in the dictum of the pause and the meaningful fragmentation of the breath does language become comprehensible rhythmic expression. In a world full of slogans and catchphrases, Alison Grimaldi Donahue defends the poetological demand of sound over content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe History of Breathing\u003c\/em\u003e weaves linguistics and poetry, verse and song, meaning and sound into a dense narrative about breathing, rhythm, and the gaps in language that allow words to take on meaning in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of poets such as Charles Olsen, Alice Notley, and Sappho, Grimaldi Donahue's poetry connects the history of breath and language with narratives about the discovery and loss of our own voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47330063057132,"sku":"9783035808339","price":33.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8a1ccae19b715c0d6eb8c4cabc9e3598.jpg?v=1771903022"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alison-grimaldi-donahue.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}