Title
The Ancient Rain, Poems 19561978
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Mr. Kaufman Has A Genuine Lyric Talent, And His Poetry Is Sensuous, Exciting, And Charged With Vitality. Publishers Weekly The Ancient Rain: Poems 19561978 Is San Francisco Poet Bob Kaufmans Third Collection And His First To Be Published Since The Late 1960S. One Of The Original Beat Poets (The Coinage Beatnik Is His), Kaufmans Work Has Always Been Essentially Improvisational, Often Done To Jazz Accompaniment. And He Became Something Of A Legendary Figure At The Poetry Readings In The Early Days Of The San Francisco Renaissance Of The 1950S. With His Extemporaneous Technique, Akin In Many Ways To Surrealist Automatic Writing, He Has Produced A Body Of Work Ranging From A Visionary Lyricism Infused With Satirical, Almost Dadaistic Elements To A Prophetic Poetry Of Political And Social Protest. Born In New Orleans Of Mixed Black And Jewish Parentage, Kaufman Was One Of Fourteen Children. During Twenty Years In The Merchant Marine, He Cultivated An Intense Taste For Literature On His Long Sea Voyages. Settling In California, In The 50S, He Became Active In The Burgeoning West Coast Literary Scene. Disappointment, Drugs, And Imprisonment Led Him To Take A Tenyear Vow Of Complete Silence That Lasted Until 1973. The Present Volume Includes Previously Uncollected Poems Written Prior To His Pledge And Newer Work Composed In The Years 19731978, Before The Poet Once Again Lapsed Into Silence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Ancient Rain'? A: 'The Ancient Rain' explores themes of improvisation, political and social protest, and the experiences of the poet, Bob Kaufman, including his cultural identity and personal struggles.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Ancient Rain'? A: The author of 'The Ancient Rain, Poems 1956-1978' is Bob Kaufman, a prominent figure in the Beat poetry movement.
- Q: What type of poetry can I expect in this collection? A: This collection features a mix of visionary lyricism and satirical elements, reflecting Kaufman's improvisational style and his experiences in the Beat Generation.
- Q: When was 'The Ancient Rain' first published? A: 'The Ancient Rain' was first published on June 17, 1981.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Ancient Rain' have? A: 'The Ancient Rain' contains 96 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'The Ancient Rain' is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in African American literature? A: Yes, 'The Ancient Rain' falls under the category of Black & African American literature and offers insights into the experiences of a mixed-race poet.
- Q: Are there any previously unpublished poems in this collection? A: Yes, the collection includes previously uncollected poems written before Kaufman's ten-year vow of silence, as well as newer works from 1973-1978.
- Q: What makes Bob Kaufman's poetry unique? A: Bob Kaufman's poetry is unique due to its improvisational nature, jazz influences, and the blend of lyrical and satirical elements, capturing the essence of the Beat Generation.