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The Poets And Poetry Of America: A Satire (by "lavante," Published In Philadelphia, 1847)

The Poets And Poetry Of America: A Satire (by "lavante," Published In Philadelphia, 1847)

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Poetry CriticismGeneral PoetryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1278759581
ISBN13: 9781278759586
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 25 2012
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.35
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

The Poets and Poetry of America is a satirical commentary on the American poetry scene of the mid-19th century, originally published in Philadelphia in 1847 under the pseudonym Lavante. This edition brings renewed attention to a significant, albeit lesser-known, work by Edgar Allan Poe (as Lavante). The text provides insight into Poe's critical views on his contemporaries and the state of American letters during a formative period. With biting wit and sharp observations, Lavante critiques various poets and poetic styles, offering a unique perspective on the literary landscape of the era. For scholars and enthusiasts of American literature, this satire provides a valuable historical context and a glimpse into Poe's often-acerbic literary opinions.

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