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Cawdor and Other Poems
Paperback
Poetry CriticismGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025541488
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Cawdor and Other Poems showcases the raw, evocative power of Robinson Jeffers, one of the most distinctive voices in American modernism. The collection is anchored by the long narrative poem Cawdor, a tragic verse drama set against the rugged and unforgiving landscape of the California coast. In this central work, Jeffers explores themes of human frailty, obsession, and the inevitable clash between personal desires and the indifferent grandeur of the natural world.
Through his unique poetic lens, often referred to as Inhumanism, Jeffers shifts the focus away from human-centric narratives to emphasize the enduring power of the earth and its elements. Beyond the title poem, this volume includes a selection of shorter lyrics that further demonstrate Jeffers' mastery of rhythm and his deep philosophical engagement with the environment. His verse is characterized by its stark beauty and its rejection of traditional sentimentality, offering instead a profound meditation on mortality and the sublime.
Cawdor and Other Poems remains a significant contribution to 20th-century literature, capturing the spirit of the American West through a lens of classical tragedy and modern sensibility. This collection is essential for readers interested in narrative poetry and the intersection of human psychology with the wild landscape.
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