Cook, Eleanor
A Reader's Guide to Wallace Stevens
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691141084
- author:
- Cook, Eleanor
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 370
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 235mm
- Genre:
- Literary studies: poetry & poets
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Wallace Stevens is a poet whose work can be both dazzling and challenging. His poems are known for their lavish imagery, wit, and unexpected twists, drawing on a lawyer's logic to create a unique style. This guide provides an in-depth exploration of his six major collections, including his later lyrics, offering insight into the masterful craftsmanship that has captivated readers for decades. For each poem, Eleanor Cook provides introductory notes and annotations on difficult phrases and references, shedding light on Stevens' innovative use of language and imagery. The book also includes a brief biography of Stevens and a detailed appendix on how to read modern poetry, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and specialists. This guide is the perfect companion to The Collected Poems of Wallace Stevens, first published in 1954, and offers a new perspective on one of America's most important poets.
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