Professing Poetry
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Wain
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Professing Poetry presents a compelling collection of essays that scrutinize the art and craft of verse. John Wain, a distinguished literary figure, offers incisive commentary on the works of various poets, both contemporary and historical. The volume argues for a deeper understanding of poetic forms and their cultural significance, challenging readers to engage critically with the written word. It illustrates the evolution of poetic expression and the enduring power of language to shape thought and emotion. This insightful work details the complexities inherent in poetic creation and reception, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of literature.
Author: John Wain
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1977
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Professing Poetry presents a compelling collection of essays that scrutinize the art and craft of verse. John Wain, a distinguished literary figure, offers incisive commentary on the works of various poets, both contemporary and historical. The volume argues for a deeper understanding of poetic forms and their cultural significance, challenging readers to engage critically with the written word. It illustrates the evolution of poetic expression and the enduring power of language to shape thought and emotion. This insightful work details the complexities inherent in poetic creation and reception, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of literature.