Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Language
English
Published
Jun 28, 1972
Publisher
Univ of Minnesota Pr
ISBN-10
0816606463
ISBN-13
9780816606467
Description
Randall Jarrell's life and work are brought to vibrant life through Macha Louis Rosenthal's insightful exploration. With a keen eye for detail, Rosenthal paints a portrait of a complex figure whose poetry and criticism have left a significant mark on American literature. Readers will find themselves immersed in the nuances of Jarrell's thought processes and the emotional landscapes he navigated.
This engaging narrative doesn't just chronicle his achievements; it delves into the heart of his struggles, his relationships, and the zeitgeist of his times. Rosenthal’s warmth and style make it feel less like a biography and more like a personal conversation about the life of a poet who understood the depths of human experience.
This engaging narrative doesn't just chronicle his achievements; it delves into the heart of his struggles, his relationships, and the zeitgeist of his times. Rosenthal’s warmth and style make it feel less like a biography and more like a personal conversation about the life of a poet who understood the depths of human experience.