Read silently to yourself pages 562-569. Consider how this
“Modern” era differs from the Romantic era.
Next, turn to page 574 and read about Ezra Pound. Now, compare these two brief poems.
“In a station of the Metro”
The apparition of these faces in the crowd;
Petals on a wet, black bough.
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“Gibbous Moon”
The seed moon empties the stars:
Salt on a wet black table.
Turn to Pound’s poem on page 576, which we will discuss, entitled,
“The River Merchant’s Wife.“
Next, read and be prepared to discuss Pounds “Rules,” on page 579.
Finally, if there is time, read and be prepared to discuss pages 571-573
Yes. this material will be on the final.
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