Fuller, John

W.H. Auden: a Commentary

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ISBN 13:: 9780571192724
author:: Fuller, John
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Faber & Faber
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2007
Pages:: 640
Dimensions:: 153mm X 234mm
Genre:: Literary studies: from c 1900 -
Condition:: New
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This comprehensive commentary provides an in-depth exploration of W.H. Auden's works, covering his poetry, plays, and librettos. John Fuller offers a detailed analysis, including publishing history, interpretation of difficult passages, explanations of allusions, identification of sources and influences, and critical examination of verse form.

Auden's unique blend of intellectual and psychological themes adds depth to his writing, making this commentary an invaluable resource for understanding his work. With exemplary lucidity, Fuller provides a clear and concise interpretation of Auden's formal range, exploring the intersections of psychology, anthropology, prosody, theology, and history.

This one-volume companion is a valuable reference tool for scholars and readers alike, offering a comprehensive understanding of Auden's oeuvre.

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