{"product_id":"hidden-messages-black-out-austin-barton-9798323693023","title":"Hidden Messages - Black Out Poetry (Book One)","description":"\u003cp\u003e'To \u003cb\u003eblack out \u003c\/b\u003esomething is to delete or obscure it.'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of black out poetry, also known as erasure or redacted poetry, an artistic pursuit that breathes fresh life into the written word.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose an existing piece of text from a newspaper, magazine, or novel, then use a marker pen to selectively remove words and phrases, creating a new poem or message from the remaining text.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngage in a highly intuitive and spontaneous process, where the existing words serve as your playground for expression, guiding your creative choices. The resulting poems span the spectrum from concise and minimalist to elaborate and abstract, reflecting your individual preferences and stylistic flair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most captivating aspects of black out poetry is the interaction between the old and the new. As remnants of the obscured text peek through, they add depth and nuance, creating a dynamic interplay between what is concealed and what is revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the endless possibilities, experiment with different techniques, and uncover themes of interpretation, reinterpretation, and the inherent power of language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWithin the pages of \"Hidden Messages,\" a world of hidden truths awaits. This collection of blackout poetry by Austin Barton takes you on a transformative journey through the art of revelation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Hidden Messages\" is more than a book, it's an invitation to explore the depths of emotion and meaning. From the poignant to the profound, these poems resonate with the universal experiences of love, loss, and the quiet moments of introspection that shape our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery blackout reveals a hidden gem of wisdom. \"Hidden Messages\" is a testament to the power of poetry to illuminate the unseen and to remind us that sometimes, the most profound messages are the ones left unspoken.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Austin Barton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798323693023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/15\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 266\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.79lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d","brand":"Austin Barton","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48217743065343,"sku":"9798323693023","price":12.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2cb051e3-f990-494a-8d18-43aa0e863602.jpg?v=1771999148","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/hidden-messages-black-out-austin-barton-9798323693023","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}