ABSTRACT
Provides an introduction to the life and works of Ezra Pound, a major modernist poet, theorist and literary critic. Throughout his life Pound was regarded by many to be a contentious and controversial figure, and since his death in 1972, theoretical, literary, political and biographical comentators have done much to perpetuate this view. Peter Wilson's survey, however, presents a balanced view of his life and work allowing the reader to judge for themselves.
The major sections of the book offer introductions to the complex life and work of Pound, outlining the various cultural, political and literary issues which are important to a full understanding of his place in twentieth century English literature. Critical commentaries are then given on all of Pound's major poetry, adopting some analytical techniques from stylistics. Brief biographies of important figures in Pound's career, and in the development of literary modernism are provided. A gazeteer, glossary, and suggestions for further reading complete the book.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part One|125 pages
The Writer and His Setting
chapter |9 pages
Chronological table
chapter 1|68 pages
Biographical background
chapter 2|46 pages
Literary, cultural and political background
part Two|91 pages
Critical Survey
chapter |8 pages
Personae
chapter |5 pages
Imagism in practice
chapter |4 pages
Cathay
chapter |6 pages
Homage to Sextus Propertius
chapter |12 pages
Hugh Selwyn Mauberley
chapter |47 pages
The Cantos
chapter |7 pages
Conclusion
part Three|24 pages
Reference Section