{"product_id":"after-hours-alan-parry-9798324375980","title":"After Hours: Beat Culture Made New","description":"\u003cb\u003eAfter Hours: Beat Culture Made New\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEdited by Alan Parry, this compelling anthology, \u003ci\u003eAfter Hours: Beat Culture Made New\u003c\/i\u003e, offers a fresh, contemporary take on the rebellious spirit and introspective depth of Beat literature. Published by The Broken Spine, this collection reinvigorates the raw energy and existential nuance of the Beat generation with modern voices and themes. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing a diverse range of poets, from established names to emerging talents, \u003ci\u003eAfter Hours\u003c\/i\u003e delves into topics that resonate with today's societal and personal upheavals. From Alan Parry's poignant reflections on the past to Laura Sheldon's intimate recount of relational dynamics, each piece echoes the timeless Beat fascination with inner experiences and societal critique. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe anthology not only pays homage to the original Beats' candid exploration of life and liberty but also redefines it, pushing boundaries through innovative poetic forms and themes. From the dusty streets of Marrakech in Ian Chapman's vivid narratives to the introspective solitude in \u003ci\u003eWhale\u003c\/i\u003e, which closes the collection with a haunting reflection on environmental decay, each poem contributes to the fabric of contemporary thought, imbuing it with the spirit of Beat defiance and introspection. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDesigned by Alan Parry and Andrew James Lloyd, with a captivating cover by KurArt, the book stands as a work of art, both visually and literarily. \u003ci\u003eAfter Hours: Beat Culture Made New\u003c\/i\u003e is an anthology and a call to ponder, to reflect, and to engage with the world through the lens of Beat culture, reimagined and revitalised for the new era. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of Beat literature and contemporary poetry alike, this anthology promises to inspire, challenge, and enrich your understanding of what it means to be a poet in the modern world. Join these voices as they navigate the complexities of today's landscapes, echoing the restless spirit of the past while forging new paths forward.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alan Parry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798324375980\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/28\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.14lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.12d","brand":"Alan Parry","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46070503014655,"sku":"9798324375980","price":8.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ec0aed49-3fb2-4b9b-befb-7f2a96143d27.jpg?v=1724243457","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/after-hours-alan-parry-9798324375980","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}