Meditations in an Emergency

The title suggests spontaneity, but I'm curious whether these poems were truly born out of emergencies or if they were more reflective musings. How did the author's environment influence these writings?

His poems often read like personal notes or quick sketches of city life. Did that make you feel like you were eavesdropping on his thoughts in real time?

The New York backdrop seems central to the collection. I'm wondering if the city itself acts as a character influencing the tone and themes.