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Poetic Intention - by Édouard Glissant (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Poetic Intention - by Édouard Glissant (Paperback)

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  • In this first English-language translation of Poetic Intention, Glissant argues for the importance of the global position of art.
  • About the Author: Édouard Glissant (1928-2011) has long been recognized in the French and francophone world as one of the most influential postcolonial theorists, novelists, playwrights, and poets.
  • 248 Pages
  • Literary Criticism, European

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In this first English-language translation of Poetic Intention, Glissant argues for the importance of the global position of art. He states that a poem, in its intention, must never deny the "way of the world." Poetic Intention creates a new landscape for understanding the relationship between aesthetics and politics.



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Édouard Glissant (1928-2011) has long been recognized in the French and francophone world as one of the most influential postcolonial theorists, novelists, playwrights, and poets. The translator, Nathanael, translates between French and English.
Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 248
Genre: Literary Criticism
Sub-Genre: European
Publisher: Nightboat Books
Theme: French
Format: Paperback
Author: Édouard Glissant
Language: English
Street Date: May 10, 2010
TCIN: 92190285
UPC: 9780982264539
Item Number (DPCI): 247-23-7416
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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