Synopsis
Chanson Dada contains all the poems of legendary Dada poet Tristan Tzara (1896-1963) translated by English poet Lee Harwood. Translated as a labor of love over a ten year period the poems encompass the full range of Tzara's works, the results of which have brought Tzara's poetry to life for English language readers for over 25 years. Completely revised, updated edition of this classic survey.
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About the Author
Tristan Tzara (1896-1963) was the legendary and prolific poet, playwright, founder of Dada, and on and off again collaborator of Breton's Surrealist group.
Translator Lee Harwood is widely regarded as one of the finest poets working in Britain today. Widely anthologized, over 20 volumes of his poetry has been published to date, including his recent "Collected poems." He resides in Brighton, England.
Review
On the prior edition: "Selected Poems of Tristan Tzara, translated by Lee Harwood, is the best collection of poems by the leader of Dada to have appeared in this country. Harwood has caught nicely this poet's blend of irony. Black humour and lyricism. (The Sunday Times (London))
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Chanson Dada : Selected Poems
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Coach House Press/Underwich, Toronto, 1987
ISBN 10: 0889103585
ISBN 13: 9780889103580
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Original Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Fine copy in a bright dusjacket (mylar-protected) that is likewise fine but for two short closed tears top front edge. Lovely copy. Translated by Lee Harwood. Seller Inventory # 008999
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Chanson Dada. Tristan Tzara. Selected Poems
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First edition 1987. Translated by Lee Harwood and signed by him on the dedication page. 144 pages. Cloth. Very good in dustjacket. Seller Inventory # 28456
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