John Donne

Per la prima volta tradotti in italiano tutti gli epigrammi del grande poeta metafisico inglese John Donne, insieme a una nuova versione delle sue poesie sacre e profane. Uno scritto di Virginia Woolf del 1913, riprodotto all'inizio del libro, conduce il lettore, con fine sensibilita, dentro la poesia di Donne. Completano il volume un'introduzione di Lytton Strachey (1880-1932), e un apparato di note che risultano indispensabili per districarsi nel mare di riferimenti religiosi del poeta. Testo originale a fronte.

"Nenhum homem é uma ilha, inteiramente isolado; todo homem é um pedaço de um continente, uma parte de um todo. Se um torrão de terra for levado pelas águas até o mar, a Europa fica diminuída, como se

"Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions" is a prose work by the English metaphysical poet and cleric in the Church of England John Donne. It covers death, rebirth and the Elizabethan concept of sickness as a visit from God, reflecting internal sinfulness. Donne wrote the Devotions as he recovered from a serious but unknown illness believed to be relapsing fever or typhus. Having come close to death, he described the illness he had suffered from and his thoughts throughout his recovery. The Devotions is divided into 23 parts, each consisting of 3 sub-sections, called the meditation, the "expostulation and a prayer."Deaths Duel" is the final sermon delivered by John Donne as the Dean of St. Pauls Cathedral. The sermon was likely written out in full prior to Donne preaching it as it was subsequently prepared for publication. The act of preaching exhausted Donne. To those he had preached to, it seemed as though he had delivered his own death sermon

John Donne tenía cincuenta y dos años cuando escribió esta obra de una actualidad y una belleza sorprendentes.Tras un ataque de tifus, Donne cayó gravemente enfermo en 1623 y, a raíz del padecimiento que ello le supuso, escribio sus Meditaciones. Ente ellas, se encuentra la Meditacion 17, conocida por servir de base al titulo de la novela de Hemingway, ¿Por quiendoblan las campanas?Ninguna persona es una isla; la muerte de cualquiera me afecta, porque me encuentro unido a toda la humanidad; por eso, nunca preguntes por quien doblan las campanas; doblan por ti.La muerte, el amor y la presencia de Dios conforman el andamiaje de estas meditaciones, pero cada una de ellas ejerce su fuerza de una manera distinta, poetica y profunda. Como señala Octavio Paz, Donne fue siempre el mismo hombre. Mejor dicho: la misma dualidad. Ser de pasion y reflexion: vive y se mira vivir.. Y a todos nosotros, podriamos añadir, nos enriquece con su sabiduria, La obra llevara un amplio prologo introductorio de VicenteCampos.

BIOTHANATOS ( morir de forma violenta ) fué escrita en 1608 y editada en 1647. Es una obra poco convencional sólo en parte autobiográfica, sobre el suicidio, que acaba siendo un verdadero tratado envolvente y sistematico , una " anatomia del suicidio" a medio camino entre la reflexion vertiginosa y la obsesion por atesorar y dar vuelta a todo tipo de opiniones sobre el homicidio de si mismo.Asi que habla del derecho y de la naturaleza, de las virtudes morales o de la ley de Dios,pues quiere valorar los motivos por los cuales este singular homicida puede ser justificado en la medida que sea

John Donne escribió el Biathanatos en una época especialmente desgraciada de su vida en que el suicidio le tentaba, y entregó el manuscrito a un amigo pidiéndole que "ni lo publicara ni lo quemara". En él Donne, además de formular sus reflexiones morales y teológicas, enumera a los diversos suicidas de la Biblia y de la antigüedad. En palabras de Jorge Luis Borges, Donne considera que "el suicidio es una de las formas del homicidio. De igual manera que no todo homicida es un asesino, no todo suicida es culpable de pecado mortal. En efecto, tal es la tesis aparente del Biathanatos. El declarado fin del Biathanatos es paliar el suicidio; el fundamental, indicar que Cristo se suicidó. Murió de muerte voluntaria, sugiere Donne (Otras inquisiciones). Debido a que su tesis era blasfema, Donne nunca hizo público este tratado, publicado por su hijo en 1647 y que es el primer ensayo de la literatura moderna dedicado al suicidio.

In "The Greatest Poems of John Donne," readers are invited into the profound and intricate world of metaphysical poetry, where complex themes of love, death, faith, and the nature of existence intertwine. Donnes unique literary style combines rich imagery with intellectual rigor, employing conceits that elevate ordinary experiences into profound explorations of the human condition. The collection reflects the historical context of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, engaging with the ongoing tensions between emerging scientific thought and traditional religious beliefs, thus offering a window into the philosophical engagements of the period. John Donne (1572-1631) is one of the foremost poets of the English Renaissance, heralded for his innovative blend of lyricism and intellectuality. His life experiences, from his tumultuous youth to his eventual ordination as a priest, deeply influenced his work, imbuing it with a sense of urgency and introspection. Donnes exploration of personal and societal conflicts resonates profoundly with readers, inviting them to consider the weighty existential questions raised in his poetry. This anthology serves not only as a testament to Donnes literary genius but also as an essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of human emotion and spirituality. For scholars, students, and lovers of literature alike, "The Greatest Poems of John Donne" is a vital addition to any bookshelf, guaranteeing a transformative literary experience.

«La muerte de cualquier hombre me disminuye, porque soy una parte de la humanidad; así, nunca digas a nadie que pregunte por quién doblan las campanas;están doblando por ti.»«Ejerce su poder sobre el

In "The Greatest Poems of John Donne," readers are invited into the intricate and often tumultuous realm of love, faith, and mortality through the poets masterful use of metaphysical conceits and innovative imagery. This collection includes some of Donnes most celebrated works, such as "The Flea" and "Death Be Not Proud," where he deftly intertwines themes of desire and despair, crafting a unique literary style that challenges conventional poetic forms. Set against the backdrop of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, Donnes work reflects the anxieties and complexities of the Elizabethan era, offering profound insights into the human condition that resonate through time. John Donne, a quintessential figure of the Metaphysical poets, was deeply influenced by his diverse experiences, from his time as a soldier to his later career as a priest. His rich educational background and engagement with both law and literature equipped him with a keen awareness of the philosophical and spiritual dilemmas of his time. This juxtaposition of intellectual rigor and emotional depth is evident in his poetry, reflecting a quest for truth in an increasingly fraught world. For readers seeking a profound exploration of the complexities of love and existence, "The Greatest Poems of John Donne" is a must-read. This compilation not only displays Donnes unparalleled ability to merge intellect with emotion but also invites contemporary readers to engage with enduring questions of faith, desire, and the passage of time.

e-artnow presents to you this carefully created volume of "The Greatest Poems of John Donne". This ebook has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Content: A Valediction Forbidding Mourning; The Flea; The Good-Morrow; Song : Go and catch a falling star; Womans Constancy; The Undertaking; The Sun Rising; The Indifferent; Loves Usury; The Canonization; The Triple Fool; Lovers Infiniteness; Song : Sweetest love, I do not go; The Legacy; A Fever; Air and Angels; Break of Day; [Another of the same] [Break of Day]; The Anniversary; A Valediction of my Name, in the Window; Twickenham Garden; Valediction to his Book; Community; Loves Growth; Loves Exchange; Confined Love; The Dream; A Valediction of Weeping; Loves Alchemy; The Curse; The Message; A Nocturnal upon Saint Lucys Day; Witchcraft by a Picture; The Bait; The Apparition; The Broken Heart; The Ecstacy; Loves Deity; Loves Diet; The Will; The Funeral; The Blossom; The Primrose; The Relic; The Damp; The Dissolution; A Jet Ring Sent; Negative Love; The Prohibition; The Expiration; The Computation; The Paradox; Song: Souls joy, now I am gone; Farewell to Love; A Lecture Upon the Shadow; A Dialogue Between Sir Henry Wotton and Mr. Donne; The Token; Self-Love "A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning" is a metaphysical poem written in 1611 or 1612 for his wife Anne before he left on a trip to Continental Europe. John Donne (15721631) was an English poet and cleric in the Church of England. He is considered the pre-eminent representative of the metaphysical poets.

John Donne (1572-1631) is perhaps the most important poet of the seventeenth century, and has often been referred to as the founder of the metaphysical genre. His poetry is highly distinctive and individual, adopting a multitude of tones, images, forms, and personae. This collection of Donne''s verse includes a wide selection from both his secular and divine poems, including such well-known poems as ''Air and Angels,'' ''The Flea,'' the ''Holy Sonnets'', and ''The Progress of the Soul.'' The poems are provided with full Notes and a useful Introduction to Donne''s life and poetry. John Donne''s love poetry is a magnetic mix of the soul singing, intellectual rigor, and the lascivious prod. Seductions abound, but go hand in hand with metaphors of science, discovery, and conquest: ''License my roving hands, and let them go, / Behind, before, above, between, below. / O my America! my new-found-land, / My kingdom, safeliest when with one man manned ...'' In ''The Flea,'' the speaker even uses a revolting parasite to persuade his young woman to bed. Since the flea has bitten both of them already, he urges, why should they not commingle on a larger scale? But in one of Donne''s trademark reversals, the argument fails when the woman squashes the offending insect. ''The Good Morrow'' is a good deal more romantic, opening: ''I wonder by my troth, what thou and I / Did, till we loved?'' Lines such as ''And now good morrow to our waking souls, / Which watch not one another out of fear; / For love all love of other sights controls, / And makes one little room an everywhere'' have even made the poem a wedding standard. (''The Sun Rising'' is another nuptial favorite.) As usual, however, the poet adds a tincture of imperfection to the vision: the persona''s excuse (charming but dubious), ''If ever any beauty I did see, / Which I desired, and got, ''twas but a dream of thee.'' Though readers might concentrate on the love songs and sonnets, John Carey''s edition of the Selected Poetry offers much more, including satires, epigrams, and Donne''s brilliant holy sonnets. As rugged, brilliantly contorted, and fraught with feeling as his more diurnal poetry, they are also equally concerned with inconstancy--Donne w