HENDRIK BEHNISCH: Unusual poetry

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With “In der Fremde”, Hendrik Behnisch presents a volume of poetry that overturns classic stereotypical ideas of what such a volume of poetry should look like. The verses are free and unconventional, but develop their very own rhythm. Hendrik Behnisch’s penchant for unusual words and dense metaphors leaves an archaic feeling. We talk to the author in our May/June issue.

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