Breton, Andre
Magnetic Fields
- ISBN 13:
- 9781681374604
- author:
- Breton, Andre
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- NYRB Poets
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 11.4 centimeters (0.37 kg
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, Languages, French,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Magnetic Fields by André Breton and Philippe Soupault is an experimental work of poetry that explores the power of language. In 1919, two young men embarked on a writing experiment, aiming to create a new morality through automatic writing. For seven days, they wrote as fast as possible, without editing or revision, resulting in this groundbreaking work. Charlotte Mandell's translation brings this key work of twentieth-century literature to English-speaking readers for the first time. The book presents an original and thought-provoking exploration of language and creativity. With 112 pages of unedited writing, The Magnetic Fields offers a unique glimpse into the early days of surrealist poetry.