“My life has been given its orders: the seasons seize the soul and the body, and make mock of any dispersed effort. The hour of death is the only trespass”
Quote by Charles Olson
Work
Selected Writings of Charles Olson
Selected Writings of Charles Olson is a comprehensive compilation of the poet's significant works. The collection spans his career, highlighting his innovative approach to poetry and his influential theories on the nature of the poem and the role of the poet in society. It includes poems, essays, and critical writings that reflect Olson's deep engagement with American culture and his commitment to the project of poetry. more
Author
Charles Olson
Charles Olson was an influential American poet, born on December 27, 1910, and died on January 10, 1970. He is known for his unique poetic style and his impact on American literature. more
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Source: The Collected Poems of Charles Olson: Excluding the Maximus Poems
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“love is form, and cannot be without important substance”
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Source: Selected Writings of Charles Olson
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