Pronunciation: [kˈɑːl ɹakˈə͡ʊsi] (IPA) 
Carl Rakosi is a name of Hungarian origin, pronounced as kɑːrl rəˈkoʊsi. The spelling of this name follows the English convention where "c" is replaced by "k" and "s" is replaced by "si" to represent the "sh" sound. The pronunciation of the first name is typical of English, but the surname requires attention to the accent on the first syllable and the assimilation of "s" and "i" which together create the "sh" sound.
Carl Rakosi (1903-2004) was an American poet and a key figure of the Objectivist movement in poetry during the mid-20th century. Born in Berlin, Rakosi immigrated to the United States with his family when he was an infant and grew up in Chicago. He later moved to California, where he became associated with the Objectivist poets, a group that emphasized the use of a precise and concrete language to explore the themes of everyday life and human experience.
Rakosi's poetry is characterized by its clarity, economy of language, and attention to the details of ordinary existence. His work often delves into the complexities of human relationships, the struggles and triumphs of daily life, and the profound questions that underlie our existence. Despite being influenced by modernist and avant-garde traditions, Rakosi's poems maintain a sense of accessibility and a grounding in the everyday world.
Throughout his career, Rakosi published numerous highly acclaimed poetry collections, including "Amulet" (1967), "Ex Cranium, Night" (1972), and "Selected Poems 1923-40" (1986). His poems have been praised for their intellectual rigor, emotional depth, and their ability to resonate with readers on a personal and universal level.
In addition to his contributions to poetry, Carl Rakosi also worked as a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, which likely influenced his exploration of the human psyche and the complexities of human experience in his writing. Rakosi's lasting impact on American poetry is evident in his enduring influence on subsequent generations of poets and his recognition as an important and innovative voice in the Objectivist movement.
