Lola Ridge

Broschiertes Buch

Sun-Up, and Other Poems

An Anthology of Political Verse

Beschreibung

The politically charged and evocative poetry of Lola Ridge remains as distinctive today as when first penned over a century ago. An anthology spanning several years of Ridge's most appreciated verse, Sun-Up and Other Poems is both a fine introduction to and a representation of the poet's style and subjects. Meditations upon femininity accompany tributes to her fellow feminist and anarchist radicals, while the stunning sights of the modern city - such as skyscrapers coursing with electricity - receive vivid treatment. Sentimental notes also appear; tender memories of her parents, childhood, and the countryside. Born in 1873 in Dublin, Ireland, Lola Ridge emigrated first to Australia and then to the United States. It was upon witnessing the stark poverty and countless destitute civilians scraping by in the boroughs of New York City that her interest in radical politics and a bettering of life for society's lower classes blossomed. By the early 20th century the emancipation movement had attained the vote for women, but rights elsewhere were lacking; a privation Ridge sought to redress with fearless enthusiasm. It was thus that combined grievances of the poor and female populations spurred some of Lola Ridge's most passionate poems and protests.

Autor

Lola Ridge (1873-1941) was a trailblazing Irish-American poet and influential editor, renowned for her avant-garde style and radical political themes. Born in Dublin and having immigrated to the United States in 1907, Ridge grew to prominence in the literary world with the publication of 'Sun-Up, and Other Poems' in 1920. This collection showcased her emblematic blend of lyrical intensity and poignant social commentary, touching on issues like immigration, labor rights, and gender. Ridge's work was instrumental in shaping the modernist poetry movement, as she carved out space for distinctively political poetry within a sphere that often leaned toward aestheticism. A prominent figure among activist poets, Ridge's form and content prefigured themes that would become central to American poetics in the ensuing decades. Her stark imagery and free verse mirrored the chaotic rhythms of the urban landscapes she often depicted, as well as the emotional turmoil of her protagonists. Ridge served as an editor for avant-garde publications such as 'Others' and played a crucial role in fostering the careers of other poets. Her influence extended beyond her own literary achievements, as she engaged in mentoring and advocating for social justice through her art and actions. Though her name may not echo as loudly as some of her contemporaries, Ridge's work endures as a poignant commentary on early twentieth-century life and a testament to the power of poetry as a vehicle for change.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Pantianos Classics
• Seitenzahl: 50
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 1920
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 86g
• ISBN-13: 9781789876383
• ISBN-10: 1789876389
• Artikelnr.: 69563766