Caterina Bernardini
Transnational Modernity and the Italian Reinvention of Walt Whitman, 1870-1945
Transnational Modernity and the Italian Reinvention of Walt Whitman, 1870-1945
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Caterina Bernardini examines Walt Whitman's influence in Italy from 1870 to 1945, exploring the reactions, aesthetic and political agendas, and creative responses it provoked. She also investigates the contexts and causes of his success abroad, highlighting the interconnectedness of international agents and the negotiation between tradition and innovation in the Italian and transnational reception of Whitman.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 276 pages
\n Publication date: 15 July 2021
\n Publisher: University of Iowa Press
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Caterina Bernardini delves into the profound impact of Walt Whitman's poetry in Italy from 1870 to 1945, exploring the range of reactions it sparked, the aesthetic and political agendas it championed, and the creative responses it fostered. With a special focus on women writers and noncanonical voices often overlooked in previous discussions, Bernardini conducts a comprehensive analysis of Whitman's success abroad. By examining the lives, backgrounds, beliefs, and imaginations of those who encountered his work, she sheds light on the contexts and factors that contributed to his international acclaim.
This transnational approach reveals the interconnectedness of various international agents in understanding and contributing to the spread of Whitman's work. It challenges the notion of sudden innovation, emphasizing instead the continuous and fruitful negotiation between tradition and innovation at the heart of the Italian and transnational reception of Whitman. Bernardini's book is grounded in extensive archival studies and the examination of primary documents of remarkable discovery, providing a rich and detailed account of Whitman's influence in Italy and beyond.
In conclusion, Caterina Bernardini's book offers a groundbreaking exploration of Walt Whitman's reception in Italy, shedding light on the complex and multifaceted ways in which his poetry influenced literature, culture, and society. Through her meticulous research and insightful analysis, Bernardini demonstrates the enduring significance of Whitman's work and its profound impact on the world of letters.
\n Weight: 466g\n
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 24 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781609387549\n \n
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