Mark strand editors (4 Ergebnisse)

softcover. Zustand: Fine copy. Later prt. 8vo, 248 pp.

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. Softcover volume, measuring approximately 5.75" x 9", is like new. xxxi/366 pages. "Two beloved and esteemed poets have collaborated on this intimate and useful anthology illuminating the history, practice, and wonder of our most elusive art. Intended for all those who love poetry, including teachers, readers, writers, and students, "The Making of a Poem" will be especially valued by those who feel that an understanding of formsonnet, ballad, villanelle, sestina, etc.would enhance their appreciation of poetry, but are daunted by the terms, the names, and the histories of various poetic forms. This anthology draws the reader in, by example and explanation, to the excitement and entertainment of these forms. It explains their origins, traces their development, and shows examples from the past and present. In a feature called "The form at a glance" the reader can try his or her own hand writing a particular form. Included are essays by each of the editors describing their own personal journeys toward a form for their poetic voice. Above all, this anthology shows that poetic form is a continuing adventure. Contemporary poets can be seen here trying out the same forms that poets used hundreds of years ago, but in the new circumstances of a complicated modern world. In this way poetic form is illustrated not as a series of rules, but as a passionate conversation in which every reader of poetry can become involved.".…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

First Edition. First edition. Softcover. One of the better issues of this terrific magazine. Features Mark Strand writing about the Emmet Gowin's photographs of Italy, Estelle Jussim writing about Joel Meyerowitz photographs of redheads, Jane Livingston writing about William Christenberry's photographs, and T.B. Brazelton, M.D. on Starr Ockenga. A near fine copy in stapled wrappers with some minor wear. Uncommon.…