Winters, Yvor

Giant Weapon [Experimental Poetry]

New York: New Directions, 1943. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket. Issued in The Poets of the Year series.

No Flaws or Blemishes to note, minimal shelf handling; Previous owner's initials on the top corner of the front free endpage; Still Gift Quality. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. The dust jacket has the price of $1.00 intact and is near fine with only a small closed tear on the top rear edge near the spine.

This collection, known for its audacious exploration of form and language, marks a significant departure from conventional poetic norms of its time is a cornerstone of experimental poetry and literary innovation in the sphere of modernist literature.

Winters, renowned for his critical acumen and profound poetic sensibility, embarks on a journey through themes that range from existential introspection to societal critique. His verses, characterized by intricate wordplay and meticulous craftsmanship, challenge readers to reconsider the boundaries of poetic expression.

Published by New Directions, a pioneering imprint known for its commitment to avant-garde literature, Giant Weapon underscores Winters' place among the vanguard of modernist poets. This collection not only challenges literary conventions but also reshapes the landscape of poetic discourse, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of the human condition through a prism of innovative verse.

Subjects: Experimental Poetry, Literary Innovation, Poetry, Modernist Literature

Item #20530

Price: $45.00