Conrad Aiken fu un poeta e scrittore di prosa americano le cui opere esplorarono intensamente la psicoanalisi e lo sviluppo dell'identità. Il suo ruolo di curatore di Selected Poems di Emily Dickinson fu fondamentale per stabilire la sua reputazione letteraria postuma. Aiken svolse un ruolo significativo nell'introdurre poeti americani al pubblico britannico, dividendo la sua vita tra Inghilterra e Stati Uniti. La sua fascinazione per la psique umana e la ricerca di significato permea la sua scrittura.
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The collection features 34 poems by Conrad Aiken, showcasing a range of styles from traditional sonnets to free verse. Each poem delves into themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time, while also exploring the natural world and human consciousness. Aiken's vivid imagery and lyrical language, complemented by metaphor and symbolism, create a rich reading experience. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural significance of Aiken's work, highlighting his mastery in capturing the essence of human experience.
A collection of poetry by Conrad Aiken, including the titular piece which explores the themes of mortality and immortality.
This anthology collects the best poetry published in American magazines in 1920, including works by such luminaries as T.S. Eliot, Robert Frost, and Edna St. Vincent Millay. It also includes a yearbook with biographical information on each poet, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the development of modern poetry in America.
Focusing on the scarcity and rising costs of early 20th-century literature, this initiative aims to republish classic works in accessible, high-quality editions. By preserving the original text and artwork, it provides readers with a chance to experience these timeless pieces without the financial burden typically associated with rare books.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing an affordable, high-quality modern edition that remains true to the original text.
Selected for its cultural significance, this work offers a faithful reproduction of the original artifact, preserving its historical integrity. Readers will encounter original copyright references and library stamps, highlighting its importance in the context of civilization's knowledge base. This edition aims to maintain the authenticity of the text, providing insight into its historical and scholarly value.