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Star Dust is Frank Bidart's 2005 poetry collection from Farrar, Straus and Giroux, a National Book Award finalist that includes Music Like Dirt.
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Did Frank Bidart's "Star Dust" win any awards?
Yes, "Star Dust" was a finalist for the prestigious National Book Award for Poetry in 2005. The collection, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, was highly praised for its intense, emotional depth. Its nomination solidified Bidart's status as a master of contemporary American poetry.
What is included in Frank Bidart's "Star Dust" collection?
The 2005 collection "Star Dust" includes several major works, most notably the long poem "Music Like Dirt." It also features the ambitious "The Third Hour of the Night," part of an ongoing serial poem Bidart worked on throughout his life. The book tackles deep psychological and historical themes through these extended narrative pieces.
Who published Frank Bidart's book "Star Dust"?
"Star Dust" was published in 2005 by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (FSG). FSG has been Bidart's primary publisher for the majority of his career. They are highly respected for their commitment to promoting major American poetic voices.
What are the themes of Frank Bidart's "Star Dust"?
"Star Dust" explores intense psychological themes, including obsession, artistic creation, and the darker sides of human nature. The poems often blend historical figures with personal introspection to examine morality. It deals heavily with the struggle to make sense of a chaotic, destructive world.
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