Guillén on Guillén

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The anthology showcases the work of Jorge Guillén, a significant Spanish poet of the twentieth century, offering a curated selection of forty-one poems that reflect the coherence of his nearly sixty-year career. Accompanied by Guillén's insightful commentary, this collection serves as an exceptional introduction for English-speaking readers, illuminating the significance of each poem within the broader context of his life's work. Despite his recent accolades, Guillén's poetry remains relatively unknown in the English-speaking world, making this compilation particularly valuable.