Ezra Pound, praising Golding's Ovid, in ABC of Reading (1951 [1934]) p. 127
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Though it is the most beautiful book in the language, I am not citing it for decorative purposes but for the narrative quality.
— Ezra Pound on Arthur Golding
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About Ezra Pound
Ezra Pound (October 30, 1885 – November 1, 1972) was an American expatriate poet, musician and critic who was a major figure of the Modernist movement in early to mid-20th century poetry. He was the driving force behind several Modernist movements including Imagism and Vorticism.
About Ezra Pound
Ezra Pound (October 30, 1885 – November 1, 1972) was an American expatriate poet, musician and critic who was a major figure of the Modernist movement in early to mid-20th century poetry. He was the driving force behind several Modernist movements including Imagism and Vorticism.
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