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C.P. Cavafy's poetry is distinguished by its unique qualities, including a sparing use of metaphor and a focus on spoken rhythms and colloquialisms. His work features epigrammatic and dramatic styles, showcasing aesthetic perfectionism and a candid exploration of homosexual themes. Cavafy's vibrant historical awareness and commitment to Hellenism are tempered by a sharp cynicism regarding politics, making his poetry both original and enduring, despite being initially unfashionable during his lifetime.
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Selected Poems by C.P. Cavafy, Konstantinos P. Cavafy
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- Released
- 2016
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Konstantinos P. Cavafy
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 112
- ISBN13
- 9780691646282
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Poetry, Classics, LGBTQ+, 20th century, Greece
- Rating
- 4.25 out of 5
- Description
- C.P. Cavafy's poetry is distinguished by its unique qualities, including a sparing use of metaphor and a focus on spoken rhythms and colloquialisms. His work features epigrammatic and dramatic styles, showcasing aesthetic perfectionism and a candid exploration of homosexual themes. Cavafy's vibrant historical awareness and commitment to Hellenism are tempered by a sharp cynicism regarding politics, making his poetry both original and enduring, despite being initially unfashionable during his lifetime.