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Herman Melville: Complete Poems (Loa #320): Battlepieces And Aspects Of The War / Clarel / John Marr And Other Sailors / Timole
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An Unprecedented Singlevolume Edition Of One Of America'S Greatest Poets, Released To Celebrate His Bicentennialherman Melville Ranks With Walt Whitman And Emily Dickinson As One Of The Three Great American Poets Of The Nineteenth Century. Whether Meditating On The Bloody Battlefields Of The Civil War, The Mysteries Of Faith And Doubt In The Holy Land, Or The Strange Relationship Between The Maldive Shark And The Pilot Fish That Glide Before His Gorgonian Head, Melvilles Verse Combines Precise Physical Detail And Rich Metaphysical Speculation In An Unorthodox Style And With A Compressed Power Uniquely His Own. The Fruit Of Decades Of Textual Scholarship, This Fourth And Final Volume Of The Library Of America Melville Edition Gathers For The First Time In One Volume All Of Melvilles Poems: The Four Books Of Poetry Published In His Lifetime, His Uncollected Poems, And The Poems From Two Projected Volumes Of Poetry And Prose Left Unfinished At His Death.Battlepieces And Aspects Of The War Is Both A Deeply Philosophical Work Of Mourning For The Civil War Dead And A Fascinating Record Of Campaigns And Battles And The Wars Immediate Aftermath. With A Cast Of Characters To Rival Mobydick, The Epic Poem Clarel, About A Young American Divinity Students Pilgrimage To The Holy Land, Plumbs The Profound Existential And Religious Questions That Haunted Melville Throughout His Life. In Two Late Privately Issued Books, The Retrospective John Marr And Other Sailors And Timoleon Etc., The Aging Poet Returns To The Nautical Scenes And Reading Of His Youth. Many Of The Poems In The Two Manuscripts Left Unfinished At Melvilles Death, Weeds And Wildings And Parthenope, Have Not Been Previously Available In A Reliable Trade Edition.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book contains one thousand eight pages. It is a comprehensive collection of Herman Melville's complete poems.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures five point two inches in length, one point sixteen inches in width, and eight point sixteen inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book features a hardcover binding. This type of binding offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Herman Melville. He is recognized as one of America's greatest poets.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book is categorized under Genre Fiction. It contains poetry that explores themes of war, existence, and the sea.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: Simply open the book and begin reading the poems. The collection includes various themes and styles, suitable for poetry enthusiasts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, this book is suitable for readers of all ages. However, the themes may resonate more with adults due to their depth.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, standing upright on a shelf. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to preserve the cover.
- Q: Can this book be cleaned? A: Yes, the cover can be wiped gently with a dry cloth. Avoid using liquids that may damage the pages.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact customer support within a specified return period for assistance with returns or exchanges.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, there is no warranty for this book. However, you can return it if it arrives in unsatisfactory condition.
- Q: How does this book compare to other poetry collections? A: This book stands out due to its comprehensive collection of Herman Melville's works, including uncollected poems and famous themes.
- Q: Is this book more suitable for poetry beginners or experts? A: This book is suitable for both beginners and experts. It offers a range of poems that appeal to various levels of poetry appreciation.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: Themes include war, existentialism, and nature. Melville's poetry delves into deep philosophical questions and personal reflections.
- Q: Can I find previously unpublished poems in this book? A: Yes, this book includes previously unpublished poems. It gathers all of Melville's work in one volume for the first time.
- Q: Where can I purchase this book? A: You can purchase this book from various online retailers or bookstores that specialize in literary works.