Title
The Poetry Blues: Essays and Interviews (Poets On Poetry),Used
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In the Poetry Blues, the late William Matthews holds forth on a medley of topics ranging from jazz to nude photography, Byron to Elizabeth Bishop, opera to Emerson. Throughout, Matthews writes about his love of music, language, poetry, and art while illuminating the subtle and important ways in which the things about which he feels passionately help to define and shape him.The book begins with a candid autobiographical essay, followed by an interview on the influence of jazz music on the poet's early work. Further into the collection, Matthews delves into the nature of the epigram and the work of jazz great Charles Mingus. Along the way, this revered poet offers insight into the work of this contemporaries, including W. S. Merwin, Galway Kinnell, Hayden Carruth, and Richard Hugo.the book is as much autobiography and cultural criticism as it is literary nonfiction. It will be of interest to writers and teachers of writing, as well as to lovers of literature, language and music.Sebastian Matthews teaches writing at Warren Wilson College. Stanley Plumly is Distinguished University Professor, University of Maryland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Poetry Blues: Essays and Interviews' about? A: This book features essays and interviews by William Matthews, exploring topics such as jazz, poetry, and the arts, reflecting on how these elements shape his identity.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Poetry Blues'? A: The author is William Matthews, a renowned poet known for his contributions to contemporary poetry and literary criticism.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Poetry Blues'? A: The book contains 184 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Poetry Blues' published? A: The book was published on June 25, 2001.
- Q: Is 'The Poetry Blues' a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'The Poetry Blues'.
- Q: What topics does William Matthews cover in his essays? A: Matthews covers a variety of topics including jazz, nude photography, and the works of poets like Byron and Elizabeth Bishop.
- Q: Who can benefit from reading 'The Poetry Blues'? A: This book is beneficial for writers, teachers of writing, and anyone interested in literature, language, and music.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is there an autobiographical component in 'The Poetry Blues'? A: Yes, the book begins with a candid autobiographical essay by William Matthews.