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The Collected Poems
592 pages, 2015
This new edition of The Collected Poems of Wallace Stevens is a must-have for anyone interested in American poetry. Previously published in 1954 to honor Stevens' seventy-fifth birthday, the book was rushed into print for the occasion and contained scores of errors. These have now been corrected in one place for the first time by Stevens scholars John N. Serio and Christopher Beyer's, based on original editions and manuscripts.
Wallace Stevens' The Collected Poems is a deep dive into the power of imagination. He believes that our minds can create realities as vivid and meaningful as the physical world around us. So, take a look at this book if you want to explore the limitless potential of your own imagination.
Stevens often blurs the line between reality and fantasy in his poems. He invites us to question what's real and what's not, and encourages us to find beauty in both. If you're interested in this interplay, you should definitely check out this book.
Nature is a recurring theme in Stevens' work. He uses it not just as a backdrop, but as a character, a muse, and a mirror reflecting human emotions. If you love nature and want to see it from a fresh perspective, this book is for you.
Stevens sees language as a creative force, capable of shaping our perceptions and experiences. He plays with words, bending and twisting them to create new meanings. If you're a word lover, you'll find his linguistic experiments fascinating.
Stevens isn't just a poet, he's a philosopher. His poems are packed with insights about life, death, art, and the human condition. If you're looking for a book that will make you think, dig into The Collected Poems by Wallace Stevens.
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Wallace Stevens is a vital part of the American canon. His work is a beacon of intellectual power and artistic integrity.
Harold Bloom - Literary criticStevens' poetry is a complex tapestry of thought, skillfully woven and rich in texture.
Helen Vendler - Poetry criticStevens' work is a testament to the transformative power of the imagination.
Marjorie Perloff - Literary scholarStevens' poetry is a masterclass in the art of creating a vivid, ever-changing world with words.
John Ashbery - PoetStevens' poetry is a profound exploration of the human condition and the nature of reality.
Joan Richardson - Biographer
