Objects Observed - 9781487501570

University of Toronto Press

Explore the profound influence of objects on poetry in 20th-century France and America with "Objects Observed" by John C. Stout. This insightful work delves into the poetry of key figures like Pierre Reverdy, Francis Ponge, and Jean Tortel, revealing how the contemplation of everyday things served as a catalyst for new poetic forms and reflections on lyricism. Stout expertly navigates the evolution of object-focused poetry from the Cubist and Surrealist eras through post-war American modernism to the 1990s. Discover the diverse aesthetic practices and philosophical stances that shaped this literary movement. Key Features: * Comprehensive analysis of object poetry in French and American literature. * Focuses on prominent poets including Reverdy, Ponge, Follain, Guillevic, and Tortel. * Illuminates the connection between the object and poetic creation. * Traces the development of this theme across different literary periods. Product Summary: University of Toronto Press book, "Objects Observed: The Poetry of Things in Twentieth-Century France and America" by John C. Stout. Hardback edition, 336 pages, English language. ISBN: 9781487501570. Dimensions: 160 mm width, 25.4 mm depth, 236.2 mm height.