Saint-John Perse was a poet of remarkable career, delving into the depths of human existence through expansive, epic verse. His work, often inspired by his extensive travels and time spent in the United States, features evocative imagery and a visionary reflection of the times. Perse's poetry explores themes of exile, time, and the human condition, utilizing a grand and commanding language that connects personal experience to universal human circumstances. His literary style is characterized by its loftiness, lyrical power, and ability to capture the ethereal essence of the world around us.
Featuring the complete works of a Nobel laureate, this collection includes all of his poetry along with the posthumous "Song for an Equinox." It also presents his influential 1960 Nobel speech "On Poetry" and a 1965 essay on Dante, providing insight into his literary contributions and philosophical reflections. This edition celebrates the depth and breadth of his poetic legacy, making it an essential read for poetry enthusiasts and scholars alike.
The final four poems of Nobel Prize winner St.-John Perse, published posthumously in 1975, showcase his mastery of language and depth of emotion. This volume includes the original French texts alongside Richard Howard's English translations, enriching the reader's experience. It represents the culmination of Perse's poetic legacy, completing the Bollingen Series' collection of his works. The poems capture the essence of his artistic vision, offering a poignant reflection on life and existence.
Übertragung von Kemp, Friedhelm, mit Vorrede und Nachworte von Hugo von Hofmannsthal und T. S. Eliot. 78 Seiten.
La édition en deux volumes de Saint-John Perse comprend ses poèmes, une chronologie de sa vie et des essais sur son œuvre par T.S. Eliot, Hugo von Hofmannsthal et Paul Claudel, soulignant son importance dans la poésie mondiale.
