20th Century American Literature - General & Miscellaneous - Literary Criticism, 20th Century American Literature - Post WWII - Literary Criticism, Postmodernism - Literary Movements, Language & Politics, Poetic Theory, Political Philosophy, General & Mis
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Overview
Ezra Pound, the poet called "the contemporary of our grandchildren," has exercised enormous influence on the development of American poetry and criticism. This impact on the world of letters is only grudgingly acknowledged today, since it comes from a poet tainted by fascism and anti-Semitism. This book follows the contours of our love for his poetics and hate for his politics, juxtaposing Pound's work to postmodern theory. The contrasts prevail: in the relation of language to reality, in the moral and political commitments, and in the vision of history. At the same time, Pound's poetic practices, particularly his college techniques and "series of Englishes," overflowed his political ideology. It is this overflow that makes him so fascinating to intellectuals and the main reason we study his work with respect now.Editorials
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Each of five chapters considers an aspect of Pound's writing in relation to postmodernism, poststructuralism (particularly the theories of Derrida and Foucault), and the work of American philosopher Richard Rorty. A sampling of topics includes Pound's translations, as collage, and Pound's radio speeches. Preda, who holds a Ph.D. in literary theory, is a researcher at the Kennedy Institute in Berlin. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
July 1, 2001
Publisher
New York : P. Lang, c2001.
Pages
344
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780820449838