Baudelaire, Charles
The Flowers of Evil (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199535583
- author:
- Baudelaire, Charles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 3.56 x 12.7 centimetres (
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Flowers of Evil is a groundbreaking collection of poetry that shocked 19th-century France with its unflinching portrayal of urban life and its exploration of themes as complex as love, death, and the role of evil in our lives. Originally banned due to its frank depiction of lesbian love and other taboo subjects, this powerful volume has been restored to its original form through a new translation. The result is a rich and varied collection that reveals the full depth of Baudelaire's vision, one that challenges readers to consider the darker aspects of human experience. With an introduction by Jonathan Culler, this edition provides a wealth of additional features, including expert notes and bibliographical information, making it an ideal choice for scholars and readers alike.
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