Hugh Selwyn Mauberley by Ezra Pound
Life and Contacts
The book is a modernist poem that explores the disillusionment and struggles of an artist in the early 20th century. Through a series of interconnected poems, it reflects on the cultural and social changes of the time, critiquing the materialism and lack of appreciation for true art. The narrative follows the character Mauberley, who embodies the challenges faced by artists trying to maintain their integrity and artistic vision in a society that values commercial success over artistic merit. The work is both a personal lament and a broader commentary on the state of contemporary art and literature.
- Published
- 1920
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 40-50
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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