Description
Allen Ginsberg's "Howl and Other Poems" is a seminal work of post-war American literature, a raw and electrifying cry against conformity and oppression. This collection, particularly the groundbreaking title poem, "Howl," unleashed a torrent of controversial yet vital energy into the literary landscape. Ginsberg's incantatory style and unflinching exploration of themes like madness, sexuality, and spiritual awakening challenged societal norms and became a cornerstone of the Beat Generation's legacy. The poems within offer a powerful, often visceral, glimpse into the anxieties and aspirations of a generation seeking authentic expression in a rapidly changing world.
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paperback
Unknown
Published Jan 1, 1956
41 pages
ISBN: 9780872863100
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First Published
1956
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Howl and Other Poems by Allen Ginsberg.