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Discover 'Stronger than Death', a poignant exploration of the last year of modernist poet Hart Crane's life, intertwined with his mother's haunting quest for connection after his tragic death. Francesca Bratton's evocative narrative walks you through the vibrant artistic and political landscapes of 1930s Mexico City, revealing Hart's struggles with mental health, financial turmoil, and personal estrangements. This powerful creative non-fiction masterpiece is essential reading for poetry lovers and those interested in the complexities of family bonds and queer identity. Through her lyrical prose, Bratton delves into themes of grief, love, and the profound impact of artistic legacy. This trade paperback edition is a must-have addition to any literary collection. With its publication year of 2023, this BRAND NEW book also includes scholarly insights and reflections on Hart Crane’s remarkable yet tragic life. Perfect for graduates, literary enthusiasts, and anyone seeking emotional depth in their reading. Don't miss the chance to explore the rich tapestry of history, creativity, and human emotion in 'Stronger than Death'. Order your copy today and indulge in a remarkable narrative that speaks to the heart. 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: 9781529383379. Publisher: John Murray.
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: 9781529383379
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: John Murray
Description:
'Poignant and fiercely intelligent, this is the best work of creative non-fiction I have read in years' FIONA MOZLEY
'Profound, moving and courageous' NICHOLAS ALLEN, IRISH TIMES
In April 1931, modernist poet Hart Crane arrived in Mexico City. Between mood swings, dire financial difficulties, and a rotating series of personal estrangements, Hart was struggling to make the parts of a fragmentary world cohere. This move to Mexico was one in a long list of attempts to find security. In just over a year he would be dead.
In July 1932, Grace Crane picks up the morning paper. Scanning the headlines, she is halted on page five. Her son's eyes stare back at her, tinted pink by the thin paper: 'POET LOST AT SEA FROM SHIP'.
Hart Crane's death has accrued a morbid mythology, often overshadowing discussions of his work. In Stronger than Death Francesca Bratton focuses instead on Hart's vivid life and his turbulent final year among the vibrant artistic and political communities of Mexico City. Interwoven with Hart's story is that of his mother, exploring Grace's lifelong frustrated creativity and, after his death, her attempts to reach him through seance. Finally, the book explores Hart's legacy as a queer man and as a poet, informed by Francesca's responses to his work during her own periods of mental illness.
Part-memoir, part-biography, Stronger than Death is a profound and lyrical meditation on grief, mental health, enduring love and the power of poetry.
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: 9781529383379
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: John Murray
Description:
'Poignant and fiercely intelligent, this is the best work of creative non-fiction I have read in years' FIONA MOZLEY
'Profound, moving and courageous' NICHOLAS ALLEN, IRISH TIMES
In April 1931, modernist poet Hart Crane arrived in Mexico City. Between mood swings, dire financial difficulties, and a rotating series of personal estrangements, Hart was struggling to make the parts of a fragmentary world cohere. This move to Mexico was one in a long list of attempts to find security. In just over a year he would be dead.
In July 1932, Grace Crane picks up the morning paper. Scanning the headlines, she is halted on page five. Her son's eyes stare back at her, tinted pink by the thin paper: 'POET LOST AT SEA FROM SHIP'.
Hart Crane's death has accrued a morbid mythology, often overshadowing discussions of his work. In Stronger than Death Francesca Bratton focuses instead on Hart's vivid life and his turbulent final year among the vibrant artistic and political communities of Mexico City. Interwoven with Hart's story is that of his mother, exploring Grace's lifelong frustrated creativity and, after his death, her attempts to reach him through seance. Finally, the book explores Hart's legacy as a queer man and as a poet, informed by Francesca's responses to his work during her own periods of mental illness.
Part-memoir, part-biography, Stronger than Death is a profound and lyrical meditation on grief, mental health, enduring love and the power of poetry.