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Eliot, T. S. (Thomas Stearns)
1888
1965
Eliot, Thomas Stearns
Prufrock and Other Observations
The love song of J. Alfred Prufrock -- Portrait of a lady -- Preludes -- Rhapsody on a windy night -- Morning at the window -- The Boston Evening Transcript -- Aunt Helen -- Cousin Nancy -- Mr. Apollinax -- Hysteria -- Conversation galante -- La figlia che piange.
Bill Brewer and David Widger
"Prufrock and Other Observations" by T. S. Eliot is a distinguished collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This work, which includes some of Eliot's most notable pieces such as "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," captures the complexities of modern life, focusing on themes of alienation, introspection, and the passage of time. Through vivid imagery and innovative language, Eliot explores the inner workings of the human psyche. The collection begins with "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock," where the protagonist grapples with feelings of inadequacy and paralysis in the face of social interaction and existential questions. Throughout the poems, Eliot presents a series of reflections and encounters, each illustrating moments of modern discontent and the fragmented nature of contemporary existence. Works like "Portrait of a Lady" and "Preludes" further delve into the intricacies of relationships and the mundane rhythms of urban life, accompanied by an evocative atmosphere that transforms ordinary observations into profound insights. Ultimately, this collection resonates with the sense of a disenchanted world, inviting readers into a beautifully haunting exploration of identity and experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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