Prufrock and Other Observations by T. S. Eliot
This collection of poems presents a critique of society through the lens of a disillusioned modern man. The titular character is a middle-aged man contemplating the emptiness and lack of fulfillment in his life. The poems delve into themes of despair, regret, and existential angst, reflecting the disillusionment of the post-World War I generation. The poems are characterized by their innovative use of dramatic monologue, stream of consciousness, and other modernist techniques.
The 842nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1917
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 40-70
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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