The New Italian Poetry, 1945 to the Present: A Bilingual Anthology

Postwar Italian poetry reflects the social, psychological, and moral turmoil of the modern world, with selections from twenty-one influential contemporary poets. The introductory essay discusses the unique Italian talent for fusing cultural and political struggle into literary form and its impact on European poetry.

Format: Hardback
Length: 502 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: University of California Press

Postwar Italian poetry continues to be a rich tapestry of one of the world's most illustrious literary traditions, a tradition that values conflict and diversity as essential components. It is a poetry that vividly captures the social, psychological, and moral upheaval of the modern world, exhibiting an extraordinary intensity that resonates deeply. This anthology presents a substantial selection from the works of twenty-one of Italy's most influential contemporary poets, thereby familiarizing the English-speaking world with this largely unexplored poetic realm. The introductory essay delves into the unique Italian ability to blend cultural and political struggles into literary form, as well as the profound impact that Italian poetry has had on the development of European poetry throughout the twentieth century.

This title is proudly part of UC Press' Voices Revived program, a testament to our unwavering commitment to seeking out and nurturing the brightest minds, providing them with a platform to express their ideas, reach a wider audience, and make a lasting impact. Built upon a backlist dating back to 1893, Voices Revived employs print-on-demand technology to resurrect high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship, making it accessible once again to scholars and enthusiasts alike. Originally published in 1981, this title stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Italian poetry and its profound contribution to the world of literature.

Weight: 862g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780520358287