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The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics),Used
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The complete Dream Songshypnotic, seductive, masterfulas thrilling to read now as they ever wereJohn Berryman's The Dream Songs are perhaps the funniest, saddest, most intricately wrought cycle of poems by an American in the twentieth century. They are also, more simply, the vibrantly sketched adventures of a uniquely American antihero named Henry. Henry falls in and out of love, and is in and out of the hospital; he sings of joy and desire, and of beings at odds with the world. He is lustful; he is depressed.And while Henry is breaking down and cracking up and patching himself together again, Berryman is doing the same thing to the English language, crafting electric verses that defy grammar but resound with an intuitive truth: 'if he had a hundred years,' Henry despairs in 'Dream Song 29,' '& more, & weeping, sleepless, in all them time / Henry could not make good.'This volume collects both 77 Dream Songs, which won Berryman the Pulitzer Prize in 1965, and their continuation, His Toy, His Dream, His Rest, which was awarded the National Book Award and the Bollingen Prize in 1969. The Dream Songs are witty and wild, an account of madness shot through with searing insight, winking word play, and moments of pure, soaring elation. This is a brilliantly sustained and profoundly moving performance that has not yetand may never beequaled.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' about? A: 'The Dream Songs' is a collection of poems by John Berryman that explores the life of an American antihero named Henry. The poems cover themes of love, depression, and the struggle with identity, combining humor and sadness in a unique style.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Dream Songs'? A: The author of 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' is John Berryman, an influential American poet known for his masterful and innovative use of language.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' have? A: 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' consists of 464 pages, providing an extensive collection of Berryman's acclaimed poetry.
- Q: What are the notable awards won by 'The Dream Songs'? A: 'The Dream Songs' won the Pulitzer Prize in 1965 for its first section, and its continuation, 'His Toy, His Dream, His Rest,' received the National Book Award and the Bollingen Prize in 1969.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' is available in a paperback binding, making it a flexible and lightweight option for readers.
- Q: When was 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' published? A: 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' was published on October 21, 2014, as a reprint of the original works.
- Q: Is 'The Dream Songs: Poems (FSG Classics)' suitable for all readers? A: While 'The Dream Songs' offers profound insights and masterful poetry, its themes of mental health and existential struggle may resonate more with mature audiences.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'The Dream Songs'? A: Readers can expect a unique and electric writing style in 'The Dream Songs,' characterized by experimental verse that challenges traditional grammar while expressing deep emotional truths.
- Q: Are there any specific themes explored in 'The Dream Songs'? A: 'The Dream Songs' explores themes such as love, loss, mental health, and the human condition, often presented through the experiences of its central character, Henry.
- Q: What makes 'The Dream Songs' a significant work in American poetry? A: 'The Dream Songs' is considered significant for its innovative structure, emotional depth, and the way it captures the complexities of modern life, marking it as a pivotal work in twentieth-century American poetry.