Hart Crane was een Amerikaanse dichter wiens werken vaak thema's van vervreemding en de zoektocht naar spirituele vervulling in de moderne wereld verkenden. Hij situeerde zijn poëzie vaak in New York City, een plek waar hij zich het meest thuis voelde. Crane geloofde dat zijn gevoel van buitenstaander zijn noodzakelijk was om het visionaire inzicht te bereiken dat de basis vormde van zijn poëtische werk. Zijn ambitie was om spirituele gebeurtenissen en mogelijkheden in poëtische vorm tot leven te brengen, en zo 'een mystieke synthese van Amerika' te creëren.
The edition presents Hart Crane's long poem, showcasing variant earlier versions published between 1927 and 1930. It highlights significant differences from the 1930 Horace Liveright edition, making it essential for scholars and enthusiasts of American poetry. This collection offers valuable insights into Crane's creative process and enriches the understanding of his work, emphasizing the evolution of his poetic expression.
Hart Crane's poetry uniquely blends ornate Elizabethan rhetoric, the enigmatic style of Rimbaud, and Whitman's cosmic themes, reflecting his quest for wholeness in a fragmented world. His brief yet impactful life marked a significant transformation in American poetry, showcasing a modern idiom that resonates with depth and complexity. Through his work, Crane explores themes of healing and connection amidst the chaos of existence.
Exploring abstract and metaphysical themes, this poetry collection reflects the American landscape through vivid imagery and unique associations. Hart Crane's work is praised for its profound depth and mystic beauty, capturing the essence of vision with striking originality. Critics highlight his distinctive style, likening him to literary giants like Milton and Tennyson. The collection showcases arresting lines and an enchanting aura, inviting readers to engage with its complex nuances and appreciate the artistry of a poet who creates rather than merely arranges.
Crane's poetry has been a touchstone for me, and remains central to a fully imaginative understanding of American literature.-Harold Bloom schovat popis
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This is the first poetry collection of Hart Crane's work in a new translation, available in German for the first time since 1963. It showcases Crane's early mastery and includes illustrations by Bruno Zaid, as well as an essay by Timothy Donnelly on the debate between Crane and Yvor Winters. Translated by Christian Lux.
Hart Crane nannte seine Sinfonie des amerikanischen Kontinents „Die Brücke“, die Technologie, Naturmythologie und Großstadterfahrung vereint. Mit historischen Erzählungen und verschiedenen musikalischen Einflüssen schuf er ein Werk, das für seine kühne Metaphorik und emotionale Tiefe bewundert wird. Die erste vollständige Übersetzung liegt nun vor.