Eight Harvard Poets by E. E. Cummings et al.
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About this eBook
| Contributor | Cummings, E. E. (Edward Estlin), 1894-1962 |
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| Contributor | Damon, S. Foster (Samuel Foster), 1893-1971 |
| Contributor | Dos Passos, John, 1896-1970 |
| Contributor | Hillyer, Robert, 1895-1961 |
| Contributor | Mitchell, Stewart, 1892-1957 |
| Contributor | Norris, William A., 1896-1964 |
| Contributor | Poore, Dudley, 1893-1982 |
| Contributor | Wright, Cuthbert, 1893?-1948 |
| Title | Eight Harvard Poets |
| Alternate Title | 8 Harvard Poets |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Eight Harvard Poets" by E. E. Cummings et al. is a collection of poetry published in the early 20th century. This anthology features the works of eight poets who were affiliated with Harvard University, showcasing a diverse range of themes and styles. The likely topic of the book revolves around the exploration of love, nature, and existential musings, reflective of the modernist sentiments of the time. In this collection, each poet contributes their unique voice, presenting a rich tapestry of emotions and imagery. E. E. Cummings' distinctive style is evident in poems like "Thou in Whose Sword-Great Story Shine the Deeds," where he intertwines personal reflection with historical commentary. Other poets, such as S. Foster Damon and J. R. Dos Passos, explore both the beauty of mundane moments and the poignant depths of human experience, as seen in poems like "Venice" and "Salvation Army." Together, these works reflect a decisive shift toward modernist poetry, characterized by vivid imagery and innovative forms that challenge traditional poetic conventions, capturing the complexities of life and art during the early 20th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American poetry -- 20th century |
| Subject | College verse, American -- Massachusetts -- Cambridge |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36508 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 110 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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