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The Vast Design: Patterns in W.B. Yeats Aesthetics
Edward Engelberg
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Paperback. "Bibliography: p. [211]-213. xxxi, 224 p. 24 cm. Paperback. A good clean copy. Text bright." Keywords: "Subjects - Poetry, Drama & Criticism - General"
In recent years Yeats has been receiving a great deal of critical attention from many aspects. Professor Engelberg here makes a distinctive contribution to the new studies by bringing under discussion the kind of aesthetic views developed by Yeats in order to rationalize his own practice as poet and dramatist. Yeats was pragmatic in his approach and therefore not concerned about formulating a tight critical theory. Recognizing this, the author at the same time skilfully guides the reader through the opinions expressed in the critical essays to meaningful patterns and shows how Yeats's aesthetic views developed, often in relation to ... Read more
In recent years Yeats has been receiving a great deal of critical attention from many aspects. Professor Engelberg here makes a distinctive contribution to the new studies by bringing under discussion the kind of aesthetic views developed by Yeats in order to rationalize his own practice as poet and dramatist. Yeats was pragmatic in his approach and therefore not concerned about formulating a tight critical theory. Recognizing this, the author at the same time skilfully guides the reader through the opinions expressed in the critical essays to meaningful patterns and shows how Yeats's aesthetic views developed, often in relation to ... Read more
Product Details
Condition
Used, Good
Publisher
University of Toronto Press Toronto
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1964
Number of Pages
264
Place of Publication
Toronto, Canada
ISBN
9780802062291
SKU
KEX0155829
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About Edward Engelberg
Edward Engelberg is a professor emeritus of Comparative Literature and European Cultural Studies at Brandeis University.
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