Discover the brilliance of E. E. Cummings in 'A Miscellany', a celebrated collection that showcases his unique modernist poetry and insightful essays. With its combination of forty-nine thought-provoking essays, a captivating poem, and three enlightening speeches from an unfinished play, this book is a must-have for any literature enthusiast. First published in 1958 and enriched by editor George J. Firmage with previously unpublished works, 'A Miscellany' highlights Cummings's eccentricity and linguistic innovation. This collection not only enhances your bookshelf but also provides a profound reflection on the art of poetry and the socio-cultural landscape of his time. Each essay navigates diverse topics, from the intricacies of Cubism to the vibrancy of the circus, demonstrating Cummings's sharp intellect and keen observations. This extraordinary volume, bound to inspire and ignite passion for the literary arts, is perfect for fans of modernist literature and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Cummings's work. Enjoy free shipping on this item—please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Don’t miss out on this timeless treasure celebrating the revolutionary spirit of modern poetry.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780871406538
Year: 2018
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384


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Formally fractured and yet gleefully alive and whole, E. E. Cummings's groundbreaking modernist poetry expanded the boundaries of language. In A Miscellany, originally released in a limited run in 1958, Cummings lent his delightfully original voice to "a cluster of epigrams," forty-nine essays, a poem, and three speeches from an unfinished play. Seven years later, George J. Firmage” editor of much of Cummings's work, including Complete Poems” broadened the scope of this idiosyncratic collection of Cummings's work, adding seven more poems and essays, and many of Cummings's unpublished line drawings. Together, these pieces paint a distinctive portrait of Cummings's eccentric, yet precise, genius. His essays explore everything from Cubism to the circus, equally quick to analyze his poetic contemporaries and satirize New York society. As Cummings wrote in his original foreword, A Miscellany "contain[s] a great deal of liveliness and nothing dead." This remains true today, more than fifty years after its original publication.