Author: Hilda Doolittle (H.D.)
ISBN: 9789365615807
Genre: Poetry, Modernism, Imagism
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 204
Size: A5
Publisher: AEDHA Imprints
Description:
Selected Poems by Hilda Doolittle (H.D.) is a powerful collection that showcases the poetic brilliance of one of the leading figures of Imagism. H.D.’s poetry, known for its musicality, evocative symbolism, and deep emotional intensity, is profoundly influenced by classical mythology, nature, and feminist themes.
This collection includes some of her most celebrated works, such as Oread, Sea Gods, Helen in Egypt, Leda, and The Wind Sleepers, reflecting her fascination with Greek mythology and her ability to reimagine ancient narratives with a modernist lens. Poems like Mid-Day, Orchard, and Storm showcase her mastery in capturing fleeting moments in nature with striking visual and sensory detail.
H.D.’s poetry explores themes of love, loss, resilience, and transformation, often drawing from personal experiences and historical influences. Her precise language and intense imagery create an immersive reading experience, making her poetry both timeless and deeply personal.
Key Features:
✔ A curated selection of H.D.'s most celebrated poems.
✔ Includes works influenced by Greek mythology, nature, and feminist themes.
✔ Highlights H.D.’s contributions to Imagism and modernist poetry.
✔ A must-read for poetry enthusiasts, scholars, and students of modernist literature.
About the Author:
Hilda Doolittle (1886–1961), known as H.D., was an American modernist poet and a key figure in the Imagist movement, which emphasized clarity, precision, and vivid imagery. Born in Pennsylvania, she later moved to London, where she collaborated with Ezra Pound and T.S. Eliot, shaping modern poetry. Her poetry, blending classical themes with contemporary insight, remains a significant influence in literary studies.
Manufacturer/Publisher: AEDHA Imprints
Country of Origin: India
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