Modernist Poetics of History

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Focusing on the philosophical concept of history, the book delves into the collected and uncollected writings of T. S. Eliot and Ezra Pound. Longenbach analyzes how these poets interpret historical themes in their critical prose and poetry, revealing their distinct strategies for engaging with the past. Through this examination, the work highlights the complexities of historical interpretation as articulated by these influential literary figures.