Philosophy of Lyric Voice: The Cognitive Value of Page and Performance Poetry

by Simecek, Karen
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ISBN: 9781350240520
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Overview

Carefully considering the difference in the philosophical potential of page poetry and performance poetry, Karen Simecek argues that it is only by considering them side by side that the unique cognitive value of each can be realised.

Focusing on spoken word poetry reveals the importance of voice and embodied words to the differing epistemic rewards of engaging with contemporary works of poetry in both private reading and live performance. This concept of embodied voice progresses a new line of thinking in the cognitivism debate and unlocks the philosophical value of engaging with poetry. Simecek's discussion of performed poetry also advances discussions of affect and experience in contemporary analytic aesthetics which raise new insights and connections within the field.

The moral significance of the differing effects of poetry finds comprehensive articulation through a rich philosophical analysis of the thoughts and affects which arise in particular contexts. Simecek concludes that when page poetry is treated as paradigmatic, this enables reflection in the singular, whereas taking poetry in live performance as paradigmatic enables reflection on what is shared and shareable with others.

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Author: Simecek, Karen
  • ISBN: 9781350240520
  • Condition: New
  • Dimensions: 9.21 x 1.00
  • Number Of Pages: 224
  • Publication Year: 2023
Language: English

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