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The Penguin Book of the Prose Poem: From Baudelaire to Anne Carson,Used
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An essential anthology that puts contemporary geniuses Eileen Myles and Margaret Atwood in conversation with literary classics Charles Baudelaire and Oscar Wilde about the liberating and unique combination of poetry and proseA Penguin ClassicThe prose poem has proven one of the most innovative and versatile poetic forms of recent years. In the centuryandahalf since Charles Baudelaire, Emma Lazarus, Oscar Wilde and Ivan Turgenev spread the notion of a new kind of poetry, this 'genre with an oxymoron for a name' has attracted many of our most beloved writers. Yet, even now, this peculiarly rich and expansive form is still misunderstood and overlooked. Here, Jeremy NoelTod reconstructs the history of the prose poem for us by selecting the essential pieces of writing, covering a greater chronological sweep and international range than any previous anthology of its kind. NoelTod even calls it 'an alternative history of modern poetry.' In The Penguin Book of the Prose Poem, Patricia Lockwood and Claudia Rankine rub shoulders with Margaret Atwood and Adrienne Rich; Allen Ginsberg and Gertrude Stein appear with Lu Xun and Jorge Luis; Czeslaw Milosz sits just pages from Eileen Myles.
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- Q: What is 'The Penguin Book of the Prose Poem' about? A: This anthology explores the prose poem as an innovative and versatile poetic form, featuring works from contemporary authors like Eileen Myles and Margaret Atwood alongside literary classics by Baudelaire and Wilde.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is compiled by Jeremy Noel-Tod, who provides insights into the history and significance of the prose poem.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 480 pages, offering a comprehensive collection of prose poems.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Penguin Book of the Prose Poem' published? A: The book was published on July 14, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, this anthology is suitable for both newcomers and seasoned poetry enthusiasts, as it includes a variety of voices and styles that illuminate the prose poem form.
- Q: Does this book include works from international authors? A: Yes, it features a diverse range of authors from different countries, showcasing the global appeal of the prose poem.
- Q: What themes are explored in the prose poems included in this anthology? A: The anthology covers themes such as identity, emotion, and the human experience, reflecting the rich and expansive nature of prose poetry.
- Q: Can I find works by well-known poets in this collection? A: Yes, the anthology includes works by renowned poets such as Allen Ginsberg, Gertrude Stein, and Adrienne Rich, among others.
- Q: What makes this anthology different from other poetry collections? A: This anthology uniquely focuses on prose poems, providing a historical context and a wide-ranging selection that highlights an often overlooked poetic form.