Cambridge Introduction to American Poetry since 1945 (e-bog) af Epstein, Andrew
Epstein, Andrew (forfatter)

Cambridge Introduction to American Poetry since 1945 e-bog

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Contemporary American poetry can often seem intimidating and daunting in its variety and complexity. This engaging and accessible book provides the first comprehensive introduction to the rich body of American poetry that has flourished since 1945 and offers a useful map to its current landscape. By exploring the major poets, movements, and landmark poems at the heart of this era, this book pre...
E-bog 223,05 DKK
Forfattere Epstein, Andrew (forfatter)
Udgivet 15 december 2022
Genrer Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000
Sprog English
Format epub
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9781108652735
Contemporary American poetry can often seem intimidating and daunting in its variety and complexity. This engaging and accessible book provides the first comprehensive introduction to the rich body of American poetry that has flourished since 1945 and offers a useful map to its current landscape. By exploring the major poets, movements, and landmark poems at the heart of this era, this book presents a compelling new version of the history of American poetry that takes into account its variety and breadth, its recent evolution in the new millennium, its ever-increasing diversity, and its ongoing engagement with politics and culture. Combining illuminating close readings of a wide range of representative poems with detailed discussion of historical, political, and aesthetic contexts, this book examines how poets have tirelessly invented new forms and styles to respond to the complex realities of American life and culture.