Spoon River Anthology

Autor*innen

• Edgar Lee Masters

Parameter

• 148 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Amerikanische Literatur
• Belletristik
• Historische Romane
• Klassiker
• Poesie

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Set in a fictional small town, this collection of poetry draws inspiration from the tombstones of its deceased residents, reflecting the complexities of rural American life. Edgar Lee Masters presents a tapestry of interconnected lives, critiquing the idealized image of small-town existence. Originally published in 1914-1915, this expanded edition includes additional poems and offers a unique perspective shaped by the author's own experiences in Illinois. Celebrated as a significant work of American literature, it remains a compelling exploration of human nature and community.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2019
• Einband: Paperback