Author : André Previn
Publisher : G. Schirmer, Incorporated
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 34,98 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Music
ISBN :
(Vocal). These three brand-new settings by the multi-talented Andre Previn, composed for and premiered by Renee Fleming, demonstrate once more why Emily Dickinson's poetry is irresistible to composers and singers. Contents: As Imperceptibly as Grief * Will There Really Be a Morning? * Good Morning Midnight.
Author : Carlton Lowenberg
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 38,54 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
Emily Dickinson's astonishingly original poems, with their keen imagery and highly charged but economically expressed emotion, have inspired numerous composers to set them to music. This book provides a detailed inventory of 1,615 musical settings of Emily Dickinson's texts, by 276 composers, written between 1896 and 1991.
Author : Emily Dickinson
Publisher :
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 23,72 MB
Release : 1890
Category : American poetry
ISBN :
Author : Emily Dickinson
Publisher : Wesleyan University Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 11,50 MB
Release : 1998-10-01
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 081950033X
The 19th–century American poet’s uncensored and breathtaking letters, poems, and letter-poems to her sister-in-law and childhood friend. For the first time, selections from Emily Dickinson’s thirty-six year correspondence with her childhood friend, neighbor, and sister-in-law, Susan Huntington Dickinson, are compiled in a single volume. Open Me Carefully invites a dramatic new understanding of Emily Dickinson’s life and work, overcoming a century of censorship and misinterpretation. For the millions of readers who love Emily Dickinson’s poetry, Open Me Carefully brings new light to the meaning of the poet’s life and work. Gone is Emily as lonely spinster; here is Dickinson in her own words, passionate and fully alive. Praise for Open Me Carefully “With spare commentary, Smith . . . and Hart . . . let these letters speak for themselves. Most important, unlike previous editors who altered line breaks to fit their sense of what is poetry or prose, Hart and Smith offer faithful reproductions of the letters’ genre-defying form as the words unravel spectacularly down the original page.” —Renee Tursi, The New York Times Book Review
Author : Larry Starr
Publisher : Pendragon Press
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 29,50 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781576470923
Commentary on the original version for soprano and piano is supplemented by information on Copland's later orchestrations of selected songs, a discussion of performance and interpretation, and an annotated discography."--BOOK JACKET.
Author : Walt Whitman
Publisher : Gildan Media LLC aka G&D Media
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 38,50 MB
Release : 2024-03-20
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 1722525053
One of the Greatest Poems in American Literature Walt Whitman (1819-1892) was considered by many to be one of the most important American poets of all time. He had a profound influence on all those who came after him. “Song of Myself”, a portion of Whitman’s monumental poetry collection “Leaves of Grass”, is one of his most beloved poems. It was through this moving piece that Whitman first made himself known to the world. One of the most acclaimed of all American poems, it is written in Whitman’s signature free verse style, without a regular form, meter, or rhythm. His lines have a mesmerizing chant-like quality, as he sought to make poetry more appealing. Few poems are as fun to read aloud as this one. Considered to be the core of his poetic vision, this poem is an optimistic and inspirational look at the world in 1855. It is exhilarating, epic, and fresh in its brilliant and fascinating diction and wordplay as it tries to capture the unique meaning of words of the day, while also embracing the rapidly evolving vocabularies of the sciences and the streets. Far ahead of its time, it was considered by many social conservatives to be scandalous and obscene for its depiction of sexuality and desire, while at the same time, critics hailed the poem as a modern masterpiece. This first version of “Song of Myself” is far superior to the later versions and will delight readers with the playfulness of its diction as it glorifies the self, body, and soul. “I am large, I contain multitudes,”
Author : Aaron Copland
Publisher :
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 12,50 MB
Release : 1997
Category :
ISBN :
Author : Virginia Jackson
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 28,11 MB
Release : 2013-12-03
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1400850754
How do we know that Emily Dickinson wrote poems? How do we recognize a poem when we see one? In Dickinson's Misery, Virginia Jackson poses fundamental questions about reading habits we have come to take for granted. Because Dickinson's writing remained largely unpublished when she died in 1886, decisions about what it was that Dickinson wrote have been left to the editors, publishers, and critics who have brought Dickinson's work into public view. The familiar letters, notes on advertising fliers, verses on split-open envelopes, and collections of verses on personal stationery tied together with string have become the Dickinson poems celebrated since her death as exemplary lyrics. Jackson makes the larger argument that the century and a half spanning the circulation of Dickinson's work tells the story of a shift in the publication, consumption, and interpretation of lyric poetry. This shift took the form of what this book calls the "lyricization of poetry," a set of print and pedagogical practices that collapsed the variety of poetic genres into lyric as a synonym for poetry. Featuring many new illustrations from Dickinson's manuscripts, this book makes a major contribution to the study of Dickinson and of nineteenth-century American poetry. It maps out the future for new work in historical poetics and lyric theory.
Author : Amy Berke
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 743 pages
File Size : 48,13 MB
Release : 2023-12-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
In 'Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present,' editors Amy Berke, Robert Bleil, Jordan Cofer, and Doug Davis curate a comprehensive exploration of American literary evolution from the aftermath of the Civil War to contemporary times. This anthology expertly weaves a tapestry of diverse literary styles and themes, encapsulating the dynamic shifts in American culture and identity. Through carefully selected works, the collection illustrates the rich dialogue between historical contexts and literary expression, showcasing seminal pieces that have shaped American literatures landscape. The diversity of periods and perspectives offers readers a panoramic view of the countrys literary heritage, making it a significant compilation for scholars and enthusiasts alike. The contributing authors and editors, each with robust backgrounds in American literature, bring to the table a depth of scholarly expertise and a passion for the subject matter. Their collective work reflects a broad spectrum of American life and thought, aligning with major historical and cultural movements from Realism and Modernism to Postmodernism. This anthology not only marks the evolution of American literary forms and themes but also mirrors the nations complex history and diverse narratives. 'Writing the Nation' is an essential volume for those who wish to delve into the heart of American literature. It offers readers a unique opportunity to experience the multitude of voices, styles, and themes that have shaped the countrys literary tradition. This collection represents an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the development of American literature and the cultural forces that have influenced it. The anthology invites readers to engage with the vibrant dialogue among its pages, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the United States' literary and cultural heritage.
Author : Emily Dickinson
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 23,5 MB
Release : 2019-02-12
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 1423652835
Part of a new collection of literary voices from Gibbs Smith, written by, and for, extraordinary women—to encourage, challenge, and inspire. One of American’s most distinctive poets, Emily Dickinson scorned the conventions of her day in her approach to writing, religion, and society. Hope Is the Thing with Feathers is a collection from her vast archive of poetry to inspire the writers, creatives, and leaders of today. Continue your journey in the Women’s Voices series with Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Bronte and The Feminist Papers by Mary Wollstonecraft.
