Howl, Kaddish and Other Poems
(Autor) Allen Ginsberg"This volume brings together the poems that made his name as a defining figure of the counter-culture. They include the apocalyptic Howl, which became the subject of an obscenity trial when it was first published in 1956; the moving lament for his mother, Kaddish; the searing indictment of his honmeland, America; and the confessional Mescaline"--Cover.
Allen Ginsberg
Allen Ginsberg was an influential American poet and leading figure of the Beat Generation. Born in 1926, Ginsberg is best known for his poem "Howl," which challenged societal norms and censorship laws of the 1950s. His literary style was characterized by raw emotion, vivid imagery, and a stream-of-consciousness technique. Ginsberg's works often tackled themes of love, politics, spirituality, and sexuality. He was a pioneer of confessional poetry and his openness about his own experiences paved the way for future generations of poets to explore personal and controversial subjects in their work. Ginsberg's contributions to literature have had a lasting impact on the genre of poetry, influencing countless writers and artists.
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