Memoirs

Seventeen of the twenty chapters in these Memoirs, which have been discovered by the editors in the Harvard Archive, are published here for the first time. They include vivid descriptions of Lowell's mental illness and his struggles to recover, as well as memories of other authors such as T. S. Eliot, Robert Frost, Ezra Pound, John Berryman, Anne Sexton, Hannah Arendt, and Sylvia Plath. Memoirs showcases Lowell's remarkable skills as a prose stylist and showcases his extensive and impressive body of work.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Faber & Faber

These Memoirs, consisting of twenty chapters, present a remarkable collection of previously unpublished material. Seventeen of these chapters have been unearthed by the diligent editors from the esteemed Harvard Archive, making their debut in print. Within these chapters, readers are privy to vivid and poignant portrayals of Lowell's profound struggle with mental illness and his unwavering determination to overcome it. The memoirs culminate in nostalgic reflections on other renowned writers such as T. S. Eliot, Robert Frost, Ezra Pound, John Berryman, Anne Sexton, Hannah Arendt, and Sylvia Plath.

Memoirs serves as a testament to Lowell's exceptional prowess as a prose stylist, showcasing his remarkable range and brilliance. This newfound publication offers a deeper understanding of Lowell's life and artistic journey, providing a valuable addition to the literary landscape.

Weight: 775g
Dimension: 241 x 164 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571373277
Edition number: Main