The Orgy by Muriel Rukeyser
Those who have traveled know the experience of extended time and sharpened perception. Muriel Rukeyser's account of Puck Fair -- the last existing pagan festival of the goat -- captures just that state of consciousness. Set in County Kerry, Ireland, The Orgy evokes this great American poet's journey of sensual and psychological transformation in the midst of a lush account of Irish culture and tradition. With a preface by Sharon Olds.Muriel Rukeyser (1913-1980) was one of America's most influential but underappreciated writers. She published fifteen poetry collections, plays, translations, children's books, and nonfiction works. The Yale Younger Poets Award, the Copernicus Award from the Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Shelley Memorial Award are among her famous possessions. She was the president of P.E.N. from 1975 to 1976. The American Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to
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| ISBN 13 | 9780963818324 |
| ISBN 10 | 0963818325 |
| Title | The Orgy |
| Author | Muriel Rukeyser |
| Series | Paris Press Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Paris Press Incorporated |
| Year published | 1997-07-31 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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