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One of the great originals of modern European poetry and Portugals premier modernist.Washington PostPessoa has had many Englishlanguage interpreters but none better than Richard Zenith.New York Review of BooksFernando Pessoaa poet who lived most of his life in Lisbon, Portugal, and who died in obscurity there is now recognized as one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century. In a newly updated and expanded edition of his celebrated 1998 Fernando Pessoa & Co., which Booklist hailed as a beautiful onevolume course in the soul of the twentieth century, translator and biographer Richard Zenith brings together Pessoas most memorable poetic works. Present here is poetry by Pessoas famous trio of alter egosAlberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and lvaro de Camposas well as a varied selection of poems signed by Pessoas own name. From spare minimalism to revolutionary exuberance, Fernando Pessoa & Co. showcases the seminal poets timeless and innovative work in all of its extraordinary depth and poetic passion.Like Beckett, Pessoa is extremely funny. . . . His work is loaded with delights.GuardianPessoa would be Shakespeare if all that we had of Shakespeare were the soliloquies of Hamlet, Falstaff, Othello and Lear and the sonnets. His legacy is a set of explorations, in poetic form, of what it means to inhabit a human consciousness.Los Angeles Times Book Review
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- Q: What is 'Fernando Pessoa and Co.: Selected Poems' about? A: 'Fernando Pessoa and Co.: Selected Poems' is a collection of selected poems by the renowned Portuguese poet Fernando Pessoa, showcasing his most memorable works through various alter egos and his own name, highlighting the depth and innovation of his poetry.
- Q: Who is the translator of this edition? A: This edition is translated by Richard Zenith, who is also a biographer of Fernando Pessoa and has been praised for his interpretations of Pessoa's work.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New,' indicating that it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Fernando Pessoa and Co.: Selected Poems' contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1999.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Fernando Pessoa? A: Yes, this collection is designed to be accessible to readers new to Fernando Pessoa's work, offering a comprehensive introduction to his poetry.
- Q: What themes are explored in Pessoa's poetry? A: Pessoa's poetry explores themes of identity, existence, and the complexities of human consciousness, often through the voices of his alter egos.
- Q: What is the significance of Fernando Pessoa in modern poetry? A: Fernando Pessoa is regarded as one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century, recognized for his unique approach to poetry and his profound influence on modernist literature.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of Pessoa's alter egos featured in this book? A: The book features poetry from Pessoa's famous alter egos: Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and Álvaro de Campos, each representing different styles and themes in his literary work.