{"title":"John J. L. Mood","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn J. L. Mood's work offers a thoughtful exploration of literature and the arts, blending poetic insight with cultural critique. His books, such as \u003cem\u003eRilke on Love and Other Difficulties\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the complexities of human experience through a literary lens, inviting readers to reflect deeply on themes of love, creativity, and the challenges of the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in the Arts \u0026amp; Culture tradition, Mood’s writing is both contemplative and accessible, appealing to those who appreciate nuanced interpretation and a gentle meditation on life’s subtleties. His works enrich the reader’s understanding of art’s power to reveal hidden truths and emotional depths.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rilke-on-love-and-other-difficulties-by-rainer-maria-rilke-9780393310986","title":"Rilke on Love and Other Difficulties","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is a mini-anthology of poetry and prose for both aficionados and those readers discovering Rainer Maria Rilke for the first time. John J. L. Mood has assembled a collection of Rilke's strongest work, presenting commentary along with the selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMood links into an essay passages from letters that show Rilke's profound understanding of men and women and his ardent spirituality, rooted in the senses. Combining passion and sensitivity, the poems on love presented here are often not only sensual but sexual as well. Others pursue perennial themes in his work—death and life, growth and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book concludes with Rilke's reflections on wisdom and openness to experience, on grasping what is most difficult and turning what is most alien into that which we can most trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471464874220,"sku":"9780393310986","price":28.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780393310986-rilke-on-love-and-other-difficulties.jpg?v=1775244426"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-j-l-mood.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}