Cheney, Anne

Millay in Greenwich Village [Feminism] [Poetry]

Tuscaloosa: University of Alabama Press, 1975. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

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An insightful look into the life of Edna St. Vincent Millay, one of the most prominent American poets of the early 20th century. Set against the bohemian backdrop of Greenwich Village, the book traces Millay’s rise to fame and her complex personal and professional life, shedding light on her literary contributions, personal struggles, and relationships.

Cheney meticulously explores Millay's role in the vibrant cultural scene of Greenwich Village, a hub for avant-garde artists, writers, and activists. The biography examines Millay’s poetic innovations, particularly her ability to capture themes of love, passion, and social change with striking clarity and emotional depth. It also addresses her significance within the context of feminist movements, exploring how her work influenced the evolving roles of women in literature and society.

Through a rich blend of archival research, interviews, and literary analysis, Cheney provides a thorough exploration of Millay’s poetry and her legacy in American literature.

Subjects: Edna St. Vincent Millay, American Poetry, Greenwich Village, Feminism, 20th-Century Literature, Literary Criticism.

Item #20517
ISBN: 0817371613

Price: $30.00