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Canzoni & Ripostes Whereto are appended the Complete Poetical Works of T.E. Hulme

By Ezra Pound

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"Canzoni & Ripostes" by Ezra Pound and T. E. Hulme is a poetic collection written in the early 20th century, reflecting the modernist movement in lite...

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"Canzoni & Ripostes" by Ezra Pound and T. E. Hulme is a poetic collection written in the early 20th century, reflecting the modernist movement in literature. The book encompasses a series of lyrical poems that delve into themes of love, nature, and the struggles of existence, often marked by intense emotional expression and intellectual depth. The content of the book is organized into sections featuring various poetic forms, including canzoni, ballate, and sonnets. Each poem resonates with the personal experiences and philosophical musings of the authors, exploring the complexities of love and the fleeting nature of beauty. Notable pieces like "The Yearly Slain" and "Of Incense" convey a profound sense of melancholy and longing, while "The Vision" and other works reflect the joy and inner turmoil associated with love. Together, these poems create a rich tapestry that highlights the interplay between the physical and metaphysical, urging readers to ponder the significance of their own emotions and experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Ezra Weston Loomis Pound was an American poet and critic, a major figure in the early modernist poetry movement, and a collaborator in Fascist Italy and the Salò Republic during World War II. His works include Ripostes (1912), Hugh Selwyn Mauberley (1920), and his 800-page epic poem The Cantos.

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