La Danse de Sophocle: Poèmes by Jean Cocteau
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Cocteau, Jean, 1889-1963
French
"La Danse de Sophocle: Poèmes" by Jean Cocteau is a collection of poems likely written in the early 20th century. The work reflects Cocteau's fascination with classical themes and figures, particularly Sophocles, intertwining them with modern sentiments and aesthetics. The poems explore themes of beauty, desire, nature, and the passage of time, oft...
chosen to dance at the Salamis festival, suggesting an exploration of artistic expression and cultural heritage. Cocteau's poetic language captures a vibrant interplay between the natural world and the emotional landscape of the poet, as he muses on the act of creation and the joys and sorrows that accompany it. The verses exude a sense of nostalgia and longing, inviting readers into a reflective journey that weaves together the mythical and the personal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Carol Miller
5 months agoI approached this with an open mind and the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. A solid resource I will return to often.
Charles Lee
1 month agoCompared to other books on this topic, the clarity of explanations makes revisiting sections worthwhile. This sets a high standard for similar books.
Kimberly Perez
4 months agoInitially overlooked, this book the writing remains engaging even during complex sections. I’ll be referencing this again soon.
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David Garcia
3 months agoI found this while browsing online and the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. This was both informative and enjoyable.