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Exploring the complexities of T.S. Eliot's life, this account delves into his spiritual and artistic journey, revealing the nuances of his character beyond common perceptions. Gordon utilizes newly uncovered letters to confront Eliot's anti-Semitism and misogyny, offering a balanced perspective that avoids oversimplification. Celebrated for its authoritative voice, the study is both sympathetic and insightful, highlighting the poet's relentless quest for salvation while maintaining a deep respect for the intricacies of his art.
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T. S. Eliot, Lyndall Gordon
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- Released
- 2000
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- (Paperback)
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- Title
- T. S. Eliot
- Subtitle
- An Imperfect Life
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lyndall Gordon
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 754
- ISBN10
- 0393320936
- ISBN13
- 9780393320930
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- Exploring the complexities of T.S. Eliot's life, this account delves into his spiritual and artistic journey, revealing the nuances of his character beyond common perceptions. Gordon utilizes newly uncovered letters to confront Eliot's anti-Semitism and misogyny, offering a balanced perspective that avoids oversimplification. Celebrated for its authoritative voice, the study is both sympathetic and insightful, highlighting the poet's relentless quest for salvation while maintaining a deep respect for the intricacies of his art.