Buchkritik: "Hell wie Speck" von Heinz Peter Geißler
Summary
In this episode of Lyrik-Sommer on Deutschlandfunk Kultur, host Matthias Kniep discusses the poetry collection "Hell wie Speck" by Heinz-Peter Geisler. The conversation explores the book’s short, song-like verses that blend folk song elements with nonsensical humor and masterful rhyming. Kniep highlights Geisler’s skill in using "Wie-Vergleiche" and memorable aphorisms, arguing that the poet’s technical proficiency justifies the use of rhyme in contemporary literature. The segment concludes with a recommendation for readers willing to engage with the text physically and emotionally.
Topics discussed
Introduction: The title 'Hell wie Speck' and rhyming
Guest introduction and context of the poetry book
Biography of Heinz-Peter Geisler and his publishing history
Description of the poems: style, length, and tone
Key characteristics: swing, nonsense, and memorable verses
The debate on rhyming in contemporary poetry
Why rhyming is less common and Geisler's mastery of it
Analysis of the title poem and the use of similes
Further examples of Geisler's unique comparisons
Discussion on rhyme structure and song-like quality
Target audience and reading advice for the collection
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