Makes a case for innovation as the generative and thematic force in American poetry of the late 20th century. Syncopations is an analysis of the sustaining vitality behind contemporary American poetry from 1975 to the present day by one of the most astute observers and critics in the field. The 12 e
Syncopations: The Stress of Innovation in Contemporary American Poetry (Modern and Contemporary Poetics)
β Scribed by Jed Rasula
- Year
- 2004
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 324
- Edition
- 1st Paper, 1st Printing
- Category
- Library
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