Lola Ridge

Sun-Up, and Other Poems

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

"Sun-Up and Other Poems" showcases the powerful and evocative verse of Lola Ridge, a significant voice in American poetry. This collection delves into themes relevant across time through the unique perspective of a woman poet. Ridge's work exemplifies modern poetry, offering readers a journey through skillfully crafted poems that explore a range of human experiences. This meticulously prepared print edition brings Ridge's insightful observations and lyrical talent to a new audience, solidifying its place within the canon of American literature. Explore themes of life, nature, and society through the distinctive lens of this influential poet. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 46
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 77g
• ISBN-13: 9781022941458
• ISBN-10: 1022941453
• Artikelnr.: 74075538

Autorenporträt

Lola Ridge (1873-1941) was a trailblazing Irish-American poet and influential editor, renowned for her avant-garde style and radical political themes. Born in Dublin and having immigrated to the United States in 1907, Ridge grew to prominence in the literary world with the publication of 'Sun-Up, and Other Poems' in 1920. This collection showcased her emblematic blend of lyrical intensity and poignant social commentary, touching on issues like immigration, labor rights, and gender. Ridge's work was instrumental in shaping the modernist poetry movement, as she carved out space for distinctively political poetry within a sphere that often leaned toward aestheticism. A prominent figure among activist poets, Ridge's form and content prefigured themes that would become central to American poetics in the ensuing decades. Her stark imagery and free verse mirrored the chaotic rhythms of the urban landscapes she often depicted, as well as the emotional turmoil of her protagonists. Ridge served as an editor for avant-garde publications such as 'Others' and played a crucial role in fostering the careers of other poets. Her influence extended beyond her own literary achievements, as she engaged in mentoring and advocating for social justice through her art and actions. Though her name may not echo as loudly as some of her contemporaries, Ridge's work endures as a poignant commentary on early twentieth-century life and a testament to the power of poetry as a vehicle for change.