Description
Discover the artistic genius of E. E. Cummings with the Norton Critical Edition of his Selected Works. This comprehensive collection, perfect for both students and poetry enthusiasts, features 166 captivating poems that encapsulate the innovative style of Cummings across his prolific career. Not only does this edition include selections from his renowned prose and dramatic writing, but it also showcases twelve of his paintings and sketches, providing a rich visual context to his literary output. The Norton Critical Edition is the first annotated cross-genre collection tailored for student readers, enhancing the learning experience with detailed annotations, insightful headnotes, and a thorough introduction by Milton A. Cohen. Delve into Cummings's unique stylistic evolution with an insightful essay chronicling his development and four contemporary reviews alongside six critical essays by eminent scholars including Randall Jarrell and Edmund Wilson. This edition also features comparative studies of two poems, facilitating engaging classroom discussions, a detailed chronology, a selected bibliography, and a comprehensive index of the poems. Perfect for literature courses or personal collections, this definitive edition of E. E. Cummings's works is a must-have for those who appreciate modernist poetry and risk-taking literature. Immerse yourself in the world of E. E. Cummings and enrich your understanding of this poetic pioneer!