Amy Lowell was a prominent figure in American poetry, celebrated for her passionate advocacy of free verse and her distinctive ability to imbue inanimate objects with life through vivid personification. Her early literary endeavors included critical works on French literature and a biography of a renowned Romantic poet, establishing her as a significant voice. A fervent supporter of Imagism, she financially backed many poets, though some contemporaries questioned her role, seeing her more as a patron than a practitioner. Her poetry, particularly collections featuring intimate addresses to Ada Dwyer Russell, has experienced a resurgence of interest for its exploration of lesbian themes and its unique stylistic approach.
Exploring themes of nature and personal reflection, this poetry collection showcases Amy Lowell's early mastery of imagism. The work features a variety of forms, including lyric poems, sonnets, and children's verses, highlighting her skillful use of vivid imagery and language. Notable poems like "Azure and Gold" capture the beauty of seasonal change, while "The Boston Athenaeum" reflects on the tranquility of libraries. Lowell's unique voice bridges tradition and innovation, solidifying her influence in early 20th-century poetry. This edition presents her work for contemporary audiences.
Inspired by Japanese and Chinese poetry, this collection showcases Amy Lowell's mastery of imagery and emotion. The first section features delicate nature-themed poems like "Reflections" and "Falling Snow," where she evokes vivid landscapes and intimate experiences. The second section, "Planes of Personality," continues her exploration with lyrical verses written after her previous works, reflecting her growth as a poet. Lowell's unique blend of cultural influences and personal reflection creates a captivating reading experience.
Exploring themes of love, loss, and identity, this poetry collection showcases Amy Lowell's early mastery of imagism. The opening poem, "Patterns," illustrates her innovative use of language and vivid imagery, reflecting on the impact of war and the constraints of societal expectations. As a pioneering figure in early 20th-century poetry, Lowell's unique voice and experimental style challenge traditional forms, making this collection a significant contribution to American literature. This edition reintroduces her work to contemporary audiences.
Exploring the struggles of creativity, the title poem delves into a poet's battle with writer's block, depicting her search for inspiration amidst urban life. The encounter with a mysterious old man, a mix of poppy dealer and devil, adds a Faustian twist, highlighting the tension between artistic ambition and personal sacrifice. This collection showcases Amy Lowell's early mastery of imagism, blending classical themes with her unique voice. It stands as a vital contribution to American poetry, reinterpreted for contemporary audiences.
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Tři ženy z přelomu devatenáctého a dvacátého století, které psaly ženám. Tři různé poetiky a tři různé osudy v jedné sbírce básní v překladu a s krátkým doslovem Sylvy Ficové a Anny Štičkové, s ilustracemi Silvie Vavřinové. Dokoupit lze látkové buttony se jmény básnířek. Čtenářky (a snad i čtenáři) lesbické poezie mohoumít někdy dojem, že dnešní básnířky kromě antické Sapfó z řecké Mytilény nemají snad žádné předchůdkyně. Sapfické motivy přitom najdeme nejen ve starozákonní knize Rút, ale i ve spisech křesťanských mystiček včetně Hildegardy von Bingen, v sedmnáctém století u anglické dramatičky a autorky prvního románu Aphry Behn, později v básních hraběnky Anne Finch a v devatenáctém století třeba v denících Anne Lister nebo u čínské básnířky Wu Zao… Tento útlý svazek představuje tři další jména – tři americké autorky, tři různé poetiky a tři různé osudy žen z přelomu devatenáctého a dvacátého století, které psaly ženám: výstřední Emily Dickinson, o které si jiní rádi mysleli, že je tak trochu blázen; vášnivé sběratelky knih Amy Lowell, které Ezra Pound nemohl přijít na jméno, protože si dovolila vydat antologie imagistické poezie i bez jeho posvěcení; a extrovertní Gertrude Stein, která provozovala společenský salon nedaleko Lucemburské zahrady v Paříži, kam docházeli Picasso, Fitzgerald, Hemingway či Matisse. Tři různé poetiky a tři různé osudy v jedné sbírce básní v překladu a s krátkým doslovem Sylvy Ficové a Anny Štičkové, s ilustracemi Silvie Vavřinové.
