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The Demon and the Angel
Searching for the Source of Artistic Inspiration
Edward Hirsch
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Synopsis |
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A work of art, whether a painting, a dance, a poem, or a jazz composition, can be admired in its own right. But how does the artist actually create his or her work? What is the source of an artist's inspiration? What is the force that impels the artist to set down a vision that becomes art?
In this groundbreaking book, Edward Hirsch explores the concept of duende, that mysterious, highly potent power of creativity that results in a work of art. With examples ranging from Federico Garc-a Lorca's wrestling with darkness as he discovered the fountain of words within himself to Martha Graham's creation of her most emotional dances, from the canvases of Robert Motherwell to William Blake's celestial visions, Hirsch taps into the artistic imagination and explains, in terms illuminating and emotional, how different artists respond to the power and demonic energy of creative impulse.
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Biography |
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Edward Hirsch is the author of many books, including five books of poetry. He also writes a weekly poetry column for the Washington Post Book World. He has received a Guggenheim Fellowship, the National Book Critics Circle award, the Prix de Rome, and a MacArthur Fellowship. He is president of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation and lives in New York City.
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Literary Criticism- General
Poetry- General
Language Arts & Disciplines- General
Poetry- History & Criticism
Art- General
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Academic Disciplines & Course Studies |
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English Language & Literature- American Literature
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English Language & Literature- Language Arts
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English Language & Literature- Poetry
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Rights Details |
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Harvest Books
An imprint ofHarcourt Trade Publishers
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Harcourt Education Company
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