Author: Wallace Stevens
ISBN: 9789386914651 / 9789365616545
Genre: Poetry, Modernist Literature
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 508
Description:Selected Poems by Wallace Stevens is a masterfully curated collection of 230 poems from one of the 20th century’s most profound modernist poets. This anthology explores Stevens' unique perspectives on perception, reality, imagination, and the interplay between the natural and the metaphysical.
From the evocative imagery of
The Snow Man to the philosophical meditations of
Notes Toward a Supreme Fiction, this collection showcases Stevens' ability to blend intellectual depth with lyrical beauty. It captures his evolution as a poet, highlighting his experiments with vivid metaphors, engagement with abstract thought, and his intricate exploration of modernist aesthetics.
This anthology invites readers into Stevens’ world, where the ordinary is transformed into extraordinary insight, and the search for meaning is expressed through transcendent language. A Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, Stevens bridges the gap between imagination and reality, crafting a profound and elegant body of work that remains a cornerstone of modernist poetry.
Table of Contents Highlights:Some of the iconic poems featured in this anthology include:
- The Snow Man
- Anecdote of the Jar
- Sunday Morning
- The Emperor of Ice-Cream
- Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird
- Of Modern Poetry
- The Idea of Order at Key West
- Notes Toward a Supreme Fiction
- The Man with the Blue Guitar
- The Plain Sense of Things
For a full list of poems, please refer to the photographs on your screen.
Key Features:
- 230 carefully curated poems spanning Stevens' poetic career.
- A profound exploration of modernist themes and aesthetics.
- Essential for students, scholars, and lovers of modern poetry.
Manufacturer/Publisher: Aedha Imprints
Country of Origin: India
Packer Information: Aedha Imprints, India
