John Ashbery si è affermato come uno dei poeti più eminenti d'America, rinomato per un corpus di opere caratterizzato da un'intelligenza giocosa, strutture complesse e significati ambigui che invitano all'impegno attivo del lettore. La sua poesia approfondisce frequentemente temi come la memoria, l'identità e la natura stessa del linguaggio. Lo stile distintivo di Ashbery, che fonde elementi del modernismo e del postmodernismo, ha lasciato un segno indelebile nella letteratura americana.
John Ashberry won the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the National Book Critics Circle Award for Self-Portrait in a Convex Mirror. Ashberry reaffirms the poetic powers that have made him such an outstanding figure in contemporary literature. This new book continues his astonishing explorations of places where no one has ever been.
A landmark gathering of the first three decades of work by America's preeminent living poet.
Contains the collected works of American author and poet, John Ashbery, along with sixty uncollected poems, from 1956-1987
John Ashbery's evolution as a poet is showcased in this collection, which spans his early works from 1956 to 1972. It includes his debut, "Some Trees," and "The Tennis Court Oath," reflecting his experimentation with themes, styles, and forms over two decades. This volume allows readers to explore the development of one of the 20th century's most significant American poets, highlighting the intricate layers and innovative approaches that define his celebrated body of work.
Featuring a diverse collection of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, this anthology is perfect for leisurely moments, whether you're relaxing on a picnic blanket or a porch swing. The curated pieces invite readers to immerse themselves in various themes and styles, making it an ideal companion for those looking to enjoy thought-provoking literature in a casual setting.
During his career John Ashbery has been hailed as the eminence grise of postmodernism, championed by W.H. Auden and has carried off every major literary prize. Drawn from the work he published up to 1984, this collection makes a wide range of this poet's writing available.
The poetry volume of a landmark gathering of translations by America's greatest living poet.
Career-defining collection of the most decorated US poet, timed to mark his 90th birthday.
In Your Name Here, a title suggested by bullfight posters hawked to tourists who then fill in their name as terero, John Ashbery continues to examine preoccupations of age, loss, childhood memories and how the magic of dreams can transform daily living. schovat popis
Works by the American expatriate artist are accompanied by discussions of his themes and technique
