The Poet Discovers Sources (of the Self ). Adam Zagajewski and Charles Taylor

The article shows Adam Zagajewski’s relationship with Charles Taylor’s thought. author argues that the poet’s dialogue philosopher is not limited to quotations and direct references but also revealed at a deeper level. Based on essays interviews, concludes poet studied Sources of Self Ethics Authenticity, probably drew later works dealing condition religion in disenchanted world (“A Catholic Modernity?” A Secular Age). Zagajewski borrowed from historical argument about genealogy modern identity. He alluded philosopher’s diagnoses Enlightenment-Romantic lineage Europeans his conviction struggle for more demanding forms spiritual life preserved. most traces conversation Taylor can be found Defense Ardor. suggests alludes poems (e.g., “Tierra del Fuego”, “Senza flash”, “The Kingfisher”), which motifs lobotomy epiphanic power poetry appear.