Why Poetry Matters

Autori

• Jay Parini

Serie

• Perché X conta

Parametri

• 206 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Narrativa
• Poesia
• Saggistica
• Storie vere
• Tematica filosofica

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Examines the importance of the poetic voice and the mysteries of metaphor. This book argues that a poet's originality depends on a deep understanding of the traditions of political poetry, nature poetry, and religious poetry. It is suitable for those interested in a fresh introduction to an art that lies at the centre of Western civilization.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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