Description
In Homage to the Poppy
Book Summary
This collective volume pays a comprehensive tribute to the figure and work of the poet José Hierro, one of the essential names in 20th-century Spanish poetry. Through a collection of studies and analyses, the work revisits the author's literary career, offering the reader a profound and updated look at his legacy. The title, taken from Hierro's last known poem, symbolizes the fragility and beauty of a poetic voice that remains alive in the memory of its readers.
What is it about?
The book is a compilation of critical studies that explore the entirety of José Hierro's poetic work. The contributing authors analyze everything from his early books to his later creations, unraveling the thematic, stylistic, and symbolic keys of his literary universe. The verse chosen as the title, "In Homage to the Poppy," belongs to Hierro's last known and published poem and serves as an emblem of the delicacy and intensity of his writing. The poppy, due to its ephemeral and vibrant nature, becomes a perfect symbol for a tribute that seeks to keep the flame of his poetry alive.
Main themes
- Comprehensive analysis of the poetic work of José Hierro.
- Study of Hierro's symbolism and poetic language.
- Critical review of the author's literary trajectory.
- Contextualization of his work within 20th-century Spanish poetry.
- The symbolism of the poppy as a metaphor for poetic creation.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students and scholars of Spanish literature, as well as poetry enthusiasts who wish to delve deeper into the work of José Hierro. It is also of great interest to literary critics, teachers, and anyone who wants to know in detail the legacy of one of the most relevant poets of the Spanish postwar period.
What this book offers
- A complete and updated vision of the work of José Hierro.
- Critical analyses that facilitate the understanding of his poetic universe.
- A collective tribute that claims the relevance of his literary voice.
- Reference material for the academic study of his poetry.
- A symbolic and profound approach to the recurring themes in his work.
Technical specifications
- Author: SANELEUTERIO TEMPORAL, ELIA
- Publisher: ANTHROPOS EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: LITERATURE AND LITERARY STUDIES, POETRY, PLAYS, THEATRICAL TEXTS
- Collection: AUTORES TEXTOS Y TEMAS
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: June 2012
- Number of pages: 350
- Weight: 410 g
Editorial assessment
This is a reference work for scholars of José Hierro, offering a rigorous and plural revision of his poetry. The choice of title and the symbolic approach add value to a volume that, beyond academic analysis, functions as a sincere recognition of the poet. Reading it will be especially enriching for those seeking a deeper and more nuanced understanding of his literary legacy.