The Lyre In The Pawnshop: Essays On Literature And Survival 1974-1984
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Fay Zwicky
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nedlands. University of WA, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: sun bleaching, minor marks and fraying of external cover and spine; ex-library stamped on inside cover; pages in good condition
This collection of essays, The Lyre In The Pawnshop: Essays On Literature And Survival 1974-1984, presents a compelling examination of the intersection between literary creation and the human struggle for existence. Fay Zwicky, with her characteristic intellectual rigor, argues for the enduring power of art amidst societal pressures and personal challenges. The volume chronicles a decade of profound cultural and personal reflection, offering sharp critiques and deeply personal insights into the role of the artist. It illustrates how literature serves not merely as an aesthetic pursuit but as a vital mechanism for understanding and navigating the complexities of life. Readers will find a stimulating and thought-provoking journey through the mind of a distinguished literary voice.
Author: Fay Zwicky
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nedlands. University of WA, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
Condition remarks: sun bleaching, minor marks and fraying of external cover and spine; ex-library stamped on inside cover; pages in good condition
This collection of essays, The Lyre In The Pawnshop: Essays On Literature And Survival 1974-1984, presents a compelling examination of the intersection between literary creation and the human struggle for existence. Fay Zwicky, with her characteristic intellectual rigor, argues for the enduring power of art amidst societal pressures and personal challenges. The volume chronicles a decade of profound cultural and personal reflection, offering sharp critiques and deeply personal insights into the role of the artist. It illustrates how literature serves not merely as an aesthetic pursuit but as a vital mechanism for understanding and navigating the complexities of life. Readers will find a stimulating and thought-provoking journey through the mind of a distinguished literary voice.