ISBN: 9780060930813 - deliberate prose: selected essays 1952-1995 – provocative writings on vietnam war, buddhism, and american culture (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. "Arranged in sections on politics, drugs, spirituality, censorship, autobiography, the beats generally, contemporary American writers Ginsberg admired, and other writers and artists, [Deliberate Prose] is splendidly browseable." -- Booklist Ginbserg, known worldwide for his provocative poems, was an undeniably compelling figure in American letters, whether criticizing the American government, protesting state-sanctioned wars, or denouncing capitalistic tendencies. His personal essays on Jean Genet, Andy Warhol, Philip Glass, and others serve as close portraits of his fellow artists. His views on free speech and the Beats, among other topics, reflect the concerns of the postwar culture he took pleasure in shaping. Evocative, playful, and completely of the moment, these essays offer a social history of modern America that remind us of the events and issues that preoccupied the minds of a nation--and one of its most influential citizens--in the postwar years.…

Zustand: Very Good. Later printing. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Zustand: Good. Later printing. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

Softcover. Zustand: Fine. Leichte Gebrauchsspuren; Leichte Verformung / umgeknickte Seiten; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveränderung. Ginsberg's work serves as a powerful critique of American society, addressing issues like government policies, the Vietnam War, and capitalism. Through personal essays, he offers insightful portraits of influential figures such as Jean Genet and Andy Warhol. His reflections on poetry, free speech, Buddhism, and the Beats capture the essence of postwar American culture, showcasing his role in shaping its moral and artistic landscape.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Zustand: New. 2001. paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. later printing edition. 560 pages. 5.50x8.25x1.75 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.