Derek Walcott Knihy

Dvojjazyčný výbor z veršů. Hostina života je první sbírkou karibského básníka, která vychází česky. V básních Dereka Walcotta, ovlivněných historií evropské kolonializace západoindické kultury i rodinnou minulostí potomka někdejších otroků, se prolínají odkazy k anglické básnické tradici se symbolikou a imaginací, jež čerpají z vnitřního umělcova světa i jeho karibských kořenů. V roce 1992 byla tomuto básníkovi, dramatikovi a malíři udělena Nobelova cena "za poetické dílo neobyčejné zářivosti opírající se o historickou vizi, jež vychází z multikulturní angažovanosti." Derek Walcott dokázal přetvořit rodnou kulturu, historii a společnost v mýtus dnešní doby, epos, který se stal nedílnou součástí dějin západní literatury.

and his late masterpieces, like the tender 'Sixty Years After,' from the 2010 collection White Egrets. Across sixty-five years, Walcott has grappled with the themes that have defined his work as they have defined his life: the unsolvable riddle of identity;

Homérova velká epická báseň je dramaticky oživena v tomto moderním,bohatě ilustrovaném vydání Odysseie,napsaném pro děti ve věku 6-11 let.Dětští čtenáři budou očarováni Odysseovými fantastickými cestami a jeho boji s bájnými bohy a nestvůrami,které musel podstoupit na své cestě domů z trojské války ke své věrné ženě Pénelopé.V této knize jsou obsažena všechna slavná Odysseova dobrodružství: s jednookým Kyklopem,na ostrově kouzelnice Kirké o Odysseův útěk před postrachy moře obludou Skyllou a vírem Charybdou.

"Midsummer" is a poignant poem in fifty-four sequences, serving as a lyrical journal of a year from summer to summer. It reflects Derek Walcott's midlife and offers an assessment of the Caribbean poet and painter, written in a rich and flexible language beautifully translated by Raoul Schrott.

This book features a selection of poems from Derek Walcott's seven collections, along with the complete text of "Another Life," praised as an exceptional long autobiographical poem. "Collected Poems" won the 1986 Los Angeles Times Book Prize for poetry.

This collection features essays by Nobel laureate Derek Walcott, showcasing his insightful reflections on literature, culture, and identity. Originally published in prominent periodicals, the pieces explore themes of Caribbean heritage and the complexities of post-colonial life. Walcott's lyrical prose and profound observations offer readers a deep understanding of his artistic vision and the socio-political landscape of his time.

The Prodigal, Derek Walcott's new collection, is a dazzling odyssey for the twenty-first century.

The collection features vibrant interviews with Derek Walcott, showcasing his insightful intelligence and candid perspectives. He delves into the craft of poetry and drama, shares his experiences founding the Trinidad Theatre Workshop, and reflects on the status of contemporary literature. Throughout the discussions, Walcott also offers his thoughts on notable writers such as Eliot, Auden, Brodsky, Heaney, and Naipaul, highlighting his multicultural commitment and historical vision that underpin his acclaimed work.

A selection of the poetry of Derek Walcott, winner of the 1992 Nobel Prize for Literature. The nature of memory and the creative imagination, the history, politics and landscape of the West Indies, Walcott's loves and marriages and his enduring awareness of time and death, are recurring themes.

Three acclaimed poets delve into the myths and misunderstandings surrounding Robert Frost, offering fresh insights into his life and work. Through their unique perspectives, they challenge traditional narratives and illuminate the complexities of Frost's poetry, revealing the deeper themes and emotions that resonate within his verses. This exploration not only honors Frost's legacy but also invites readers to reconsider his impact on American literature.