Robinson Jeffers
The Point Alma Venus Manuscripts
The Point Alma Venus Manuscripts
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The Point Alma Venus manuscripts are Robinson Jeffers' four unfinished but substantial preliminary attempts at what became his narrative poem, The Women at Point Sur. They provide insight into the composition and themes of the poem and predate other key work from this crucial period, making them a necessary context for understanding Jeffers' poetic development and reinterpreting his practice of narrative poetry.
Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2022
Publisher: Stanford University Press
The years 1921 to 1927 marked a remarkable and highly productive phase in the career of Robinson Jeffers, a renowned American poet. During this transformative period, Jeffers not only crafted numerous celebrated lyric poems but also produced groundbreaking works such as Tamar, The Tower Beyond Tragedy, Roan Stallion, and The Women at Point Sur. These long poems, which established Jeffers as a significant figure in American poetry, showcased his exceptional talent and artistic vision.
To complement these poetic masterpieces, the Point Alma Venus manuscripts presented here offer a comprehensive collection of Jeffers' four unfinished but substantial preliminary attempts at what eventually became The Women at Point Sur. These manuscripts provide valuable insights into the composition and themes of this iconic narrative poem, shedding light on Jeffers' artistic process and artistic development.
Furthermore, the Point Alma Venus fragments and versions hold significant importance as they likely predate other key works from this crucial period in Jeffers' artistic journey. By providing a contextual framework for understanding Jeffers' poetic practice, these manuscripts offer a deeper understanding of his poetic vision and the evolution of his narrative poetry.
Ultimately, the Point Alma Venus manuscripts invite both general and scholarly readers to reassess Jeffers' place in the canon of modern American poetry. They serve as a testament to his enduring legacy and his profound contribution to the world of literature. Through their exploration of Jeffers' creative process and the themes present in his unfinished works, these manuscripts provide a rich and rewarding experience for those who seek to delve deeper into the world of Robinson Jeffers.
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781503628083
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