Tulips & Chimneys

Tulips & Chimneys

Author: E.E. Cummings

Publisher: Dover Publications

Published: 2019-01-16

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 0486826910

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Edward Estlin Cummings (1894–1962), a native of Cambridge, Massachusetts, and a Harvard University graduate, is best known for his rejection of traditional poetic forms. As e. e. cummings, he conducted radical experiments with spelling, syntax, and punctuation that inspired a revolution in twentieth-century literary expression and excited the admiration and affection of poetry lovers of all ages. With his 1923 debut, Tulips & Chimneys, the 25-year-old poet rattled the conservative literary scene, directing his avant-garde approach to the traditional subjects of love, life, time, and beauty. His playful treatment of punctuation and language adds enduring zest to such popular and oft-anthologized poems as "All in green went my love riding," "in Just-," "Tumbling-hair," "O sweet spontaneous," "Buffalo Bill's," and "the Cambridge ladies who live in furnished souls." This edition presents complete and textually accurate editions of Cummings's work, in keeping with the original manuscripts and the poet's intentions.


The Revolutionary Imagination

The Revolutionary Imagination

Author: Alan M. Wald

Publisher: UNC Press Books

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9780807815359

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Revolutionary Imagination: The Poetry and Politics of John Wheelwright and Sherry Mangan


Eight Harvard Poets

Eight Harvard Poets

Author: John Dos Passos

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-09-17

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13:

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Eight Harvard Poets presents a multifaceted exploration of early 20th-century American verse, bound together by the shared academic lineage and youthful vigor of its contributors. This anthology traverses a landscape of literary modernism, capturing the zeitgeist of an era through a medley of poetic forms, from traditional verse to experimental free verse. It reflects the burgeoning literary movements of the time, revealing the early inklings of modernist aesthetics and the personal predilections of its poets. The collection stands out not only for the diversity of its poetic styles but also for encapsulating a pivotal moment in American literary history, offering readers a glimpse into the formative years of these nascent talents. The contributors to Eight Harvard Poets are bound by their academic affiliation, having all walked the hallowed halls of Harvard University, yet they diverge vastly in their thematic preoccupations and poetic expressions. This compilation brings together the voices of John Dos Passos, Robert Hillyer, E.E. Cummings, and others, each contributing to the early 20th-century American literary canon in unique ways. Their works collectively underscore the dynamic interplay between traditional and emerging literary norms, signifying the shifting contours of American poetic expression. This anthology is a testament to the vibrant literary community at Harvard, showcasing how these individuals, despite their varied trajectories, were united in their quest for literary innovation. Eight Harvard Poets offers an invaluable opportunity for readers to engage with the rich tapestry of American poetry in the early 20th century. It invites an exploration into the evolution of poetic form and thought, seen through the prism of a select group of Harvard alumni. Each poets unique voice contributes to a broader conversation about identity, creativity, and the societal changes of their time, making this anthology a must-read for those interested in the intersections of education, literature, and the shaping of modern literary sensibilities. Through its diverse range of voices and styles, the collection fosters a deeper appreciation for the nuances of American poetry and the historical contexts from which it emerged.


Three Centuries of Harvard, 1636-1936

Three Centuries of Harvard, 1636-1936

Author: Samuel Eliot Morison

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 1986-10-15

Total Pages: 538

ISBN-13: 9780674888913

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Samuel Eliot Morison sat down to tell the whole story of Harvard informally and briefly, with the same genial humor and ability to see the human implications of past events that characterize his larger, multi-volume series on Harvard.


The Poetry of Du Fu

The Poetry of Du Fu

Author: Stephen Owen

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2015-11-13

Total Pages: 2741

ISBN-13: 150150195X

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The Complete Poetry of Du Fu presents a complete scholarly translation of Chinese literature alongside the original text in a critical edition. The English translation is more scholarly than vernacular Chinese translations, and it is compelled to address problems that even the best traditional commentaries overlook. The main body of the text is a facing page translation and critical edition of the earliest Song editions and other sources. For convenience the translations are arranged following the sequence in Qiu Zhao’an’s Du shi xiangzhu (although Qiu’s text is not followed). Basic footnotes are included when the translation needs clarification or supplement. Endnotes provide sources, textual notes, and a limited discussion of problem passages. A supplement references commonly used allusions, their sources, and where they can be found in the translation. Scholars know that there is scarcely a Du Fu poem whose interpretation is uncontested. The scholar may use this as a baseline to agree or disagree. Other readers can feel confident that this is a credible reading of the text within the tradition. A reader with a basic understanding of the language of Chinese poetry can use this to facilitate reading Du Fu, which can present problems for even the most learned reader.


The Broadview Introduction to Literature: Poetry

The Broadview Introduction to Literature: Poetry

Author: Lisa Chalykoff

Publisher: Broadview Press

Published: 2013-08-09

Total Pages: 587

ISBN-13: 1554811791

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Designed for courses taught at the introductory level in Canadian universities and colleges, this new anthology provides a rich selection of literary texts. In each genre the anthology includes a vibrant mix of classic and contemporary works. Each work is accompanied by an author biography and by explanatory notes, and each genre is prefaced by a substantial introduction. Pedagogically current and uncommon in its breadth of representation, The Broadview Introduction to Literature invites students into the world of literary study in a truly distinctive way. The Broadview Introduction to Literature: Poetry includes a broad range of both canonical authors and important but less-widely-known poets, and the poems are diverse in form, subject matter, and geographical and linguistic origin. Poems in translation from languages other than English are included with the original language text in facing page format.