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Altazor (Wesleyan Poetry Series),New
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Revised edition of a Latin American classic in a tourdeforce translation.Often compared with Apollinaire as the first and liveliest avantgarde poet in his language, Vicente Huidobro was a oneman movement ('Creationism') in the modernist swirl of Paris and Barcelona between the two World Wars. His masterpiece was the 1931 booklength epic Altazor, a Machine Age paean to flight that sends its hero (Altazor, the 'antipoet') hurtling through Einsteinian space at light speed. Perhaps the fastestreading long poem of the century, and certainly the wildest, Altazor rushes through the universe in a lyrical babble of birdlanguages, roselanguages, puns, neologisms, and pages of identical rhymes, finally ending in the pure sound of the language of the future. Universally considered untranslatable until the appearance of Eliot Weinberger's celebrated version in 1988, Altazor appears again in an extensively revised translation with an expanded introduction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Altazor' about? A: 'Altazor' is a book-length epic poem by Vicente Huidobro that explores themes of flight and the modern experience through a unique and avant-garde style, often described as a lyrical journey through space.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Altazor'? A: The author of 'Altazor' is Vicente Huidobro, a prominent Chilean poet known for his role in the Creationism movement and his influential works in modernist poetry.
- Q: What is the significance of the translation by Eliot Weinberger? A: Eliot Weinberger's translation of 'Altazor' is significant because it made this previously untranslatable work accessible to English-speaking audiences, capturing the essence of Huidobro's avant-garde style.
- Q: What are the key features of this revised edition? A: This revised edition includes an updated translation, an expanded introduction, and is categorized as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' providing readers with valuable insights into the poem's context.
- Q: How many pages does 'Altazor' have? A: 'Altazor' has 176 pages, making it a concise yet impactful long poem.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Altazor' is published in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable for readers.
- Q: When was 'Altazor' published? A: 'Altazor' was published on January 2, 2004, and is part of the Wesleyan Poetry Series.
- Q: Is 'Altazor' suitable for readers new to poetry? A: 'Altazor' can be suitable for readers new to poetry as it offers a unique experience; however, its avant-garde style may require some familiarity with modernist poetry for full appreciation.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it has not been previously owned and is in pristine condition.
- Q: What literary movement is Vicente Huidobro associated with? A: Vicente Huidobro is associated with the Creationism movement, which emphasizes the act of creation in poetry and explores innovative approaches to language and form.