Keith Taylor (6) (1952–)

Autore di Ghost Writers: Us Haunting Them, Contemporary Michigan Literature (Made in Michigan Writers)

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Keith Taylor teaches at the University of Michigan. He has published many books over the years: collections of poetry, a collection of very short stories, co-edited volumes of essays and fiction, and a volume of poetry translated from Modern Greek. Tom Pohrt is a self-taught artist who has mostra altro illustrated numerous books including The New York Times bestseller Crow and Weasel by Barry Lopez. He recently illustrated Terrapin and Other Poems by Wendell Berry and Careless Rambles, a selection of poems by John Clare. He lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan. mostra meno

Opere di Keith Taylor

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Ghost Writers: Us Haunting Them, Contemporary Michigan Literature (Made in Michigan Writers) (2011) 19 copie

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The Bird-while (Made in Michigan Writers Series) (2017) 5 copie

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Data di nascita: 1952
Nazionalità: Canada
Luogo di nascita: British Columbia, Canada
Attività lavorative: dichter
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Organizzazioni: University of Michigan
Breve biografia: Keith Taylor teaches part-time in the writing program at the University of Michigan. A recent book of poems is If the World Becomes So Bright (Wayne State University Press, 2009).

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Ghost Writers: Us Haunting Them, Contemporary… di Keith Taylor

The two editors, both contributors to this collection, have brought together ten other Michigan writers to produce some form of ghostly writing. All twelve pieces have Michigan settings, and each tale represents a varying degree of spectral—not spiritual—speculation. The editors challenge the reader to judge whether a piece might be a true tale, pure fiction, or personal essay.

When considering Michigan, most readers probably will consider the hard economic depression and depopulation that the State might have suffered. If there is a prejudice about the decay of inner-city Detroit, then a reader can appreciate what drives the story of “The Man on the Edge.” There is a hysterical promenade through Michigan’s economic history provided in “Not Even Lions and Tigers,” wherein haints may not be the only reason for a well-fortified bunker. A layoff provides the impetus in “Thin Air,” where a mysterious ride might lead to a possible job referral. And “Estate Sale” offers more than a chance encounter with a vintage chair.

Some stories can be seen as perhaps the result of, or propelled by, mind-expanding stimulants: booze in “Bitchathane,” prescription drugs in “Backseat Driver,” or marijuana in “Ghost Anecdote.” Plus, some form of psychosis could be attributed to these stories as well as to “Making Bakes,” or “Belief.” These tales involve some form of spirit apparitions.

Nevertheless, “Pier Road” is a humorous debunking of ghosts in the attic, and “The Devil In Cross Village” is a grand writing in the “faction” genre, which I define as fiction wrapped within historical details—whether those facts of true, somehow twisted, or simply fabricated.

These stories will not qualify for inclusion in Tales From the Crypt. The array may not be chillingly spooky, but it could prompt some reflection or discussion about any personal paranormal happening. On the other hand, this slim volume does evidence that there are no mean-spirited haunts in Michigan.… (altro)

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terk71 | Sep 13, 2011 |

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