The Black Riders, and Other Lines (eBook)

Exploring Nature, Love, and Mortality in American Poetry

Stephen Crane (Autor)

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2020
121 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406609888-9 (EAN)

Infos

Stephen Crane'Äôs "The Black Riders, and Other Lines" is a poignant collection of poetry that captures the raw emotional landscape of human experience through striking imagery and innovative forms. Written in the late 19th century, this work reflects Crane's fascination with the themes of war, nature, and existential angst, marking a departure from the Romantic ideals of his predecessors. With a modernist edge, his verses often eschew traditional rhyme and meter, instead employing brevity and stark realism, making profound observations about life'Äôs fleeting moments and the inherent struggles of existence. Crane, an influential figure in American literature, was deeply affected by his experiences as a war correspondent during the Spanish-American War and the harsh realities of urban life. His background in journalism and his own tumultuous life experiences infused his writing with a sense of urgency and authenticity. This collection, published in 1895, is emblematic of his innovative spirit, exploring themes of loneliness and despair that resonate with the naturalistic and symbolic movements of his time. Readers seeking to delve into the complexities of human emotion and the existential dilemmas of the late 19th century will find "The Black Riders, and Other Lines" to be an essential addition to their literary repertoire. Crane'Äôs masterful command of language and imagery invites deep reflection, making this work a profound exploration of the human condition that is as relevant today as it was over a century ago.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Lyrik / Dramatik ► Lyrik / Gedichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th Century American Literature • 19th century poetry • American Literature • American poetry • american poets • American Realism • Civil War Poetry • classic poetry • emotional exploration • Human Experience • imagery and language • literary classics • Naturalistic themes • nature poetry • poetic meditation • poetic works • poetry collection • Romantic influences • Stephen Crane • verse collection • vivid emotional depth • War themes