Kent Johnson Boeken

Kent Johnson's role in American poetry is marked by his dual identity as a provocative critic and an anti-institutional voice. Renowned for his diverse body of work, which includes over thirty titles across various genres, this collection serves as a sequel to his acclaimed 2008 work. Recently retired from teaching English and Spanish, Johnson's influence extends beyond poetry, highlighted by his recognition as State Teacher of the Year in 2004 and his involvement in the contentious Dispatches from the Poetry Wars from 2016 to 2020.

Kent Johnson's work revitalizes the ancient art of satire, infusing it with both humor and anger as he critiques contemporary literature. In Nuper Verba, he skillfully intertwines the voices of poets from ancient Rome with modern literary figures, creating a dynamic dialogue that challenges current poetic conventions. His "translations" of Horace serve as a pointed commentary on today's poetry wars, blending historical awareness with sharp wit. This collection invites readers to reconsider the landscape of modern poetry through a lens of playful yet incisive critique.