{"title":"Amanda Larson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmanda Larson\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the intricate connections between the body and culture, inviting readers to explore the profound influence of our internal systems on daily life and creativity. Her work offers a compelling blend of scientific insight and cultural analysis, making complex ideas accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInformed by themes of arts and culture, Larson’s writing encourages a deeper appreciation of how biology shapes human experience. Readers can expect thoughtful reflections that bridge the gap between science and the humanities, enriching their understanding of the self and society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gut-by-amanda-larson-9781632430977","title":"Gut","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese poems follow the aftermath of and recovery from trauma.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmanda Larson’s \u003cem\u003e\u003ci\u003eGut\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e begins with an epigraph from Frank O’Hara: “Pain always produces logic, which is very bad for you.” From there, Larson launches an unflinching interrogation of how a young woman maintains agency in the wake of trauma, violence, and desire. Larson spins a conversation between works of feminist theory—including those of Cathy Caruth, Susan Bordo, Patricia Hill Collins, Anne Carson, Hélène Cixous, and bell hooks—and her own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book moves through Larson’s recovery while questioning the limits of the very term and of language as a whole. She employs a variety of different forms, including prose, Q\u0026amp;A poems, and a timeline, reflecting both the speaker’s obsession with control and her growing willingness to let it go. With a measured voice, Larson finds a path for how to move beyond logic during processes of trauma and recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47460900045036,"sku":"9781632430977","price":33.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781632430977-gut.jpg?v=1774955282"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/amanda-larson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}