A Book of Poems, Al Que Quiere!
Exploring beauty in the ordinary through modernist verseBy William Carlos Williams
Length1h
About this audiobook
In "A Book of Poems, Al Que Quiere!", William Carlos Williams offers an invigorating collection that embodies the imagist movement, emphasizing vivid imagery and a sensory approach to poetry. Williams'Äô work is marked by concise language and a focus on everyday American life, delivering a striking and authentic perspective of the early 20th century. The poems capture a wide range of experiences'Äîfrom mundane moments to profound emotions'Äîblending free verse with lyrical precision, thus inviting readers to see beauty in the commonplace while challenging traditional poetic norms. William Carlos Williams, a physician by profession and a poet by passion, drew inspiration from the intricacies of human experiences and the dynamic landscape of America. His dual roles allowed him to intimately understand the struggles and triumphs of life, which reflect deeply in his poetic voice. Williams was a key figure in the modernist movement and was renowned for forging a distinctly American poetic identity, enriching his verses with local color and a revolutionary spirit. This profound collection is a must-read for those seeking to explore the interplay of art and ordinary life. Williams'Äô masterful command of language and his ability to capture fleeting moments will resonate with both poetry enthusiasts and newcomers alike. "A Book of Poems, Al Que Quiere!" not only offers a glimpse into the poet's mind but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of observation and creativity in revealing the essence of the human experience.
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GenrePoetry
Length1 hr
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 28, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A BOOK OF POEMS AL QUE QUIERE!
26A PRELUDE
2I.
27I.
3II.
28II.
4METRIC FIGURE
29III.
5WOMAN WALKING
30IV.
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6GULLS
31V.
7APPEAL
32WINTER QUIET
8IN HARBOR
33DAWN
9WINTER SUNSET
34GOOD NIGHT
10APOLOGY
35DANSE RUSSE
11PASTORAL
36PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN IN BED
12LOVE SONG
37VIRTUE
13M. B.
38CONQUEST [Dedicated to F. W.]
14TRACT
39PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN WITH A BAD HEART
15I.
40KELLER GEGEN DOM
16II.
41SMELL!
17III.
42BALLET
18EL HOMBRE
43SYMPATHETIC PORTRAIT OF A CHILD
19HERO
44THE OGRE
20LIBERTAD! IGUALDAD! FRATERNIDAD!
45RIPOSTE
21CANTHARA
46THE OLD MEN
22MUJER
47PASTORAL
23SUMMER SONG
48SPRING STRAINS
24LOVE SONG
49TREES
25FOREIGN
50A PORTRAIT IN GREYS
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