Age of Auden

Discover the profound influence of W.H. Auden on American poetry in Age of Auden by Aidan Wasley. Published by Princeton University Press in 2011, this insightful hardback explores Auden's pivotal emigration from England to the United States in 1939, a moment that not only transformed his own creative journey but also reshaped the landscape of American poetry. With 280 pages of in-depth analysis, Wasley examines how Auden's work inspired a generation of poets, including luminaries like Allen Ginsberg and Sylvia Plath. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of literary history and artistic influence, offering a compelling look at how one man's journey altered the course of poetic expression in the 20th century. Dive into the rich legacy of Auden and understand his lasting impact on the world of poetry.