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Surrealist Love Poems
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Love Poetry Includes, Yes, Descriptions Of The Beloved. And Images Of A Fantastic Idyll Complete With Falling Stars, The Sound Of The Sea, And Beautiful Countryside. In The Hands Of Surrealists, Though, Love Poetry Also Includes Gravediggers And Murderers, Dice And Garbage, Snakeskin Purses And The Drunken Kisses Of Cyclones. Surrealism, The Movement Founded In The 1920S On The Ashes Of Dada'S Nihilism, Embraced Absurdity, Contradiction, And, To A Supreme Extent, Passion And Desire. From Andr Breton'S Battle Cry Of Mad Love To The Quiet Lyricism Of Robert Desnos, Surrealist Writers And Artists Obsessively Expressed The Permutations Of That Fundamental Human State, Love, And They Did So With The Vocabulary Of Natural And Unnatural Worlds, The Explicit Language Of Sex, And A Great Deal Of Humor.Surrealist Love Poems Brings Together Sixty Poems By Surrealists Who Charged Their Work With All Forms Of Eroticism. Expertly And Energetically Edited By Mary Ann Caws, This Collection Seeks To Demonstrate The Truth Of Breton'S Words, That The Embrace Of Poetry Like That Of Bodies / As Long As It Lasts / Shuts Out All The Woes Of The World.Erotic, Impassioned And Necrophilic, The Sixty Works Gathered In Surrealist Love Poems Celebrate The Idea Of Obsessive And Transformative Love. 'I Want To Sleep With You Side By Side. . . . Stretched Out On Your Shadow / Hammered By Your Tongue / To Die In A Rabbit'S Rotting Teeth / Happy' Writes Joyce Mansour. . . . Caws Places Poems By Major Surrealist Writers Like Andr Breton And Paul Eluard, Along With The Poetry Of Picasso, Dal, And Frida Kahlo, Side By Side With Fourteen Lushly Printed And Alluring Blackandwhite Photos By The Likes Of Man Ray, Lee Miller, And Claude Cahun.Publishers Weekly
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Surrealist Love Poems' about? A: 'Surrealist Love Poems' is a collection of sixty poems that explore the theme of love through the lens of Surrealism. The poems combine elements of eroticism, absurdity, and contradiction, capturing various aspects of love in both natural and unnatural contexts.
- Q: Who is the editor of this poetry collection? A: The collection is expertly edited by Mary Ann Caws, who has curated a selection of notable Surrealist works alongside intriguing black-and-white photographs.
- Q: How many pages does 'Surrealist Love Poems' have? A: 'Surrealist Love Poems' consists of 120 pages, making it a concise yet impactful anthology of love poetry.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition, indicating that it has been well cared for and shows minimal signs of wear.
- Q: When was 'Surrealist Love Poems' published? A: 'Surrealist Love Poems' was published on January 1, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book features a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Can you provide examples of poets included in this collection? A: Yes, the collection includes works by major surrealist poets such as André Breton, Paul Eluard, and Joyce Mansour, alongside contributions from artists like Picasso, Dalí, and Frida Kahlo.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: Yes, 'Surrealist Love Poems' includes fourteen black-and-white photographs by notable artists such as Man Ray, Lee Miller, and Claude Cahun, enhancing the reading experience.
- Q: What themes are prevalent in the poems? A: The poems explore themes such as obsessive love, eroticism, passion, and the interplay between desire and absurdity, often using vivid imagery and surrealistic elements.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: 'Surrealist Love Poems' contains mature themes and language, which may not be suitable for all audiences. It is recommended for readers who appreciate surrealist art and poetry.