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Times Alone: Selected Poems Of Antonio Machado (Wesleyan Poetry In Translation)
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A New Book Of Poetry Translation That Enhances The Ordinaryantonio Machado, A School Teacher And Philosopher And One Of Spain'S Foremost Poets Of The Twentieth Century, Writes Of The Mountains, The Skies, The Farms And The Sentiments Of His Homeland Clearly And Without Narcissism: Just As Before, I'M Interested/In Water Held In;/ But Now Water In The Living/Rock Of My Chest. Machado Has Vowed Not To Soar Too Much; He Wants To 'Go Down To The Hells' Or Stick To The Ordinary, Robert Bly Writes In His Introduction. He Brings To The Ordinaryto Time, To Landscape And Stony Earth, To Bean Fields And Cities, To Events And Dreamsmagical Sound That Conveys Order, Penetrating Sight And Attention. The Poems Written While We Are Awakeare More Original And More Beautiful, And Sometimes More Wild Than Those Made From Dreams, Machado Said.In The Newspapers Before And During The Spanish Civil War, He Wrote Of Political And Moral Issues, And, In 1939, Fled From Franco'S Army Into The Pyrenees, Dying In Exile A Month Later. When In 1966 A Bronze Bust Of Machado Was To Be Unveiled In A Town Here He Had Taught School, Thousands Of People Came In Pilgrimage Only To Find The Civil Guard With Clubs And Submachine Guns Blocking Their Way.This Selection Of Machado'S Poetry, Beautifully Translated By Bly, Begins With The Spanish Master'S First Book, Times Alone, Passageways In The House, And Other Poems (1903), And Follows His Work To The Poems Published After His Death: Poems From The Civil War (Written During 1936 1939).
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains one hundred eighty-seven pages. It offers a comprehensive look at the poetry of Antonio Machado.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a paperback edition. The paperback binding makes it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The book measures five point six inches in length, zero point five six inches in width, and eight point six inches in height. These dimensions make it a convenient size for reading.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in poetry? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. The accessible translations and themes make it a great introduction to Antonio Machado's work.
- Q: What themes can I expect in this poetry collection? A: This collection explores themes such as nature, time, and the human experience. Machado's work often reflects his philosophical insights.
- Q: How should I approach reading this book? A: You can read this book leisurely or as part of a study group. Engaging with the poems and reflecting on their meanings enhances the experience.
- Q: How do I care for this paperback book? A: To care for this paperback book, keep it in a dry place and avoid bending the cover. This will help maintain its condition.
- Q: Is this book safe for all ages? A: Yes, this book is safe for all ages. Its themes are suitable for a general audience and can be appreciated by both young and mature readers.
- Q: Can I gift this book to a friend? A: Yes, this book makes an excellent gift. Its poetic content and historical significance are appealing to literature enthusiasts.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies in place to address such issues.
- Q: Does this book have an introduction? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by Robert Bly. The introduction provides context and insights into Machado's poetry.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The publication date is not specified in the provided details. However, it is a recent translation of Machado's work.
- Q: Are there illustrations in this book? A: No, this book does not contain illustrations. It focuses solely on the text of the poems.
- Q: Is there a specific reading level for this book? A: There is no specific reading level indicated, but the language used is accessible. It's suitable for high school students and above.
- Q: What is the author’s background? A: Antonio Machado was a prominent Spanish poet and philosopher, recognized for his contributions to modernist literature. His works often reflect his experience during the Spanish Civil War.