Saskia Hamilton’s The Letters of Robert Lowell offers an intimate and meticulously edited collection of correspondence from one of America’s most influential poets. Spanning several decades, these letters reveal the complexities of Lowell’s personal life, his creative process, and his candid reflections on mental illness, relationships, and the literary milieu of the mid-twentieth century. Hamilton’s careful curation provides readers with a nuanced portrait that balances Lowell’s brilliance and vulnerability, making this volume an essential read for admirers of poetic history and those interested in the human stories behind celebrated works.
Saskia Hamilton’s The Letters of Robert Lowell offers an intimate and meticulously edited collection of correspondence from one of America’s most influential poets. Spanning several decades, these letters reveal the complexities of Lowell’s personal life, his creative process, and his candid reflections on mental illness, relationships, and the literary milieu of the mid-twentieth century. Hamilton’s careful curation provides readers with a nuanced portrait that balances Lowell’s brilliance and vulnerability, making this volume an essential read for admirers of poetic history and those interested in the human stories behind celebrated works.
FSG 2005 hardback, first edition. Copy has some shelf wear, please see photos, otherwise in good condition
