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Explore the captivating life of Arthur Rimbaud in this brand new biographical journey from acclaimed publisher Eland Books. Dive deep into the enigmatic world of this poetic genius who was known as the original enfant terrible. This narrative chronicles Rimbaud's daring escapades after he left Europe in search of adventure, freedom, and fortune. From the vibrant streets of Paris to the sunburnt landscapes of Yemen, follow Rimbaud as he transforms from a literary icon into a bold trader, explorer, and gun-runner. Through the brilliant storytelling of Charles Nicholl, experience the allure and desperation of Rimbaud's lost years as he traverses through Somalia, Djibouti, and the highlands of Ethiopia, all while laden with gold and ambition. This biography sheds light on Rimbaud's tumultuous life experiences, including his influence on literature and the friendships that shaped him, notably his tumultuous relationship with poet Verlaine. A perfect read for literature enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this book offers a unique insight into the life of one of the most revolutionary figures in literary history. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781780601694, Year: 2021, Condition: BRAND NEW.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780601694
Year: 2021
Publisher: Eland Books
Description:
â€I’m leaving Europe! The sea air will burn my lungs. Lost climates will tan me. To swim, to trample the grass, to hunt, and of course to smoke; to drink liquor as strong as molten metal. I will come back with limbs of iron, a dark skin, a burning eye. I will have gold; I will be lazy and brutal.’
Rimbaud was the original enfant terrible. A poetic genius, he destroyed all those who attempted to befriend him, most notoriously wrecking the marriage and sanity of the poet Verlaine. Having conquered the literary world of Paris, he abandoned France and in the dogdays of August 1880 he disembarked in Aden, on the coast of Yemen, a lean twenty-five-year-old Frenchman carrying only a brown suitcase fastened with four leather straps and a touch of fever. The subsequent period, the lost years , is the subject of this biographical quest.
Charles Nicholl pieces together the shadowy story of Rimbaud’s life as a trader, explorer and gun-runner. We catch his trail in Somalia, in the alleys of Djibouti, up in the highlands of Ethiopia, in the souks of Cairo with twenty pounds of gold strapped around his waist and escorting a camel-train of Remington rifles across the Danakil desert.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780601694
Year: 2021
Publisher: Eland Books
Description:
â€I’m leaving Europe! The sea air will burn my lungs. Lost climates will tan me. To swim, to trample the grass, to hunt, and of course to smoke; to drink liquor as strong as molten metal. I will come back with limbs of iron, a dark skin, a burning eye. I will have gold; I will be lazy and brutal.’
Rimbaud was the original enfant terrible. A poetic genius, he destroyed all those who attempted to befriend him, most notoriously wrecking the marriage and sanity of the poet Verlaine. Having conquered the literary world of Paris, he abandoned France and in the dogdays of August 1880 he disembarked in Aden, on the coast of Yemen, a lean twenty-five-year-old Frenchman carrying only a brown suitcase fastened with four leather straps and a touch of fever. The subsequent period, the lost years , is the subject of this biographical quest.
Charles Nicholl pieces together the shadowy story of Rimbaud’s life as a trader, explorer and gun-runner. We catch his trail in Somalia, in the alleys of Djibouti, up in the highlands of Ethiopia, in the souks of Cairo with twenty pounds of gold strapped around his waist and escorting a camel-train of Remington rifles across the Danakil desert.