Saba, Umberto
100 Poems
- ISBN 13:
- 9781800171930
- author:
- Saba, Umberto
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Carcanet Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 1.6 x 21.6 x 21.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- General Poetry
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Umberto Saba's 100 Poems is a comprehensive collection of his work, showcasing the poet's unique voice and style. Spanning every period of his writing life, this selection offers a glimpse into the life and art of one of Italy's greatest twentieth-century poets. Saba's poetry is characterized by its use of traditional Italian forms, yet infused with a contemporary idiom that sets him apart from his contemporaries. His writing often explores personal themes in unexpected ways, revealing a poet who was both deeply rooted in tradition and forward-thinking in his approach. Translated by Patrick Worsnip, this edition brings Saba's poetry to life in English, honoring the poet's use of traditional Italian forms while using colloquial diction that feels approachable and authentic.
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