Cathay: Ezra Pound's Orient: Penguin Specials

Cathay: Ezra Pound's Orient from Penguin Specials is an essential read for anyone interested in modernist literature and the influence of Eastern poetry on Western writers. This groundbreaking collection, published in 1915, features fourteen experimental translations that showcase the precision and clarity of classic Chinese poems, offering a fresh perspective that reshaped poetic form and expression in English literature. Ezra Pound, a key figure of the avant-garde movement, sought inspiration in the Orient, and his translations in Cathay are a testament to the cross-cultural exchange between East and West. This A-format paperback edition from Penguin China contains 124 pages of enriching content that dives deep into the world of poetry, making it perfect for scholars, students, and poetry lovers alike. With its profound themes and innovative style, Ezra Pound's Cathay is not just a product; it's a significant literary journey that bridges cultures and artistic expressions. Plus, enjoy FREE shipping on this item - a great addition to your literary collection. Please remember that combined shipping is not available with this product. Allow up to 10 days for shipping.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780734399533
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: Penguin China
Pages: 124


Description:
At the turn of the twentieth century, London was a breeding ground for the avant-garde. Modernist writers like T.S. Eliot, W.B. Yeats and Ezra Pound became infatuated with the Orient. Pound in particular was inspired by the clarity and precision of Eastern poetry to rethink the nature of an English poem. Published in 1915, Cathay, Pound's collection of fourteen experimental translations of classic Chinese poems, was a groundbreaking work that set the stage for a new-found East in the West.

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