Goest
Cole Swensen
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Goest
by Cole Swensen
Published
April 2004
Publisher
Alice James Books
Pages
63
ISBN-13
9781882295432
ISBN-10
1882295439
Description
“One of the most assured voices in contemporary poetry.” —<em>Library Journal</em> “[Goest] explodes the assumption of the ’empty’ portion of the page, while equally exploring the nature of the ‘filled’ portion of it. What emerges is an absence that is really present around a poem, almost haunting it as its lines jut out into space, inventing a language as it goes…” —<em>Rain Taxi</em> “Swensen uses the slipperiest of language to illuminate, if you will, what we see and how often we don’t see it.” —Sacramento News & Review “Ignore the archaic-sounding title, because Swensen has penned a modern, jazzy collection….[These poems] shape-shift constantly, sometimes building on fragments but always moving fast because of the typography. A sense of history and discovery propel them forward. Highly recommended for all collections.” —<em>Library Journal</em>
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Goest?
This edition of Goest has approximately 63 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Goest?
For most readers, Goest typically takes between 1h 19m and 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 15,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 3m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 15,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Goest?
The estimated word count for Goest is approximately 15,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Goest?
Goest was written by Cole Swensen.
When was Goest published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.