The Poem of a Life: A Biography of Louis Zukofsky

By Mark Scroggins

The Poem of a Life is the first critical biography of Louis Zukofsky, a fascinating and crucially important American modernist poet. Zukofsky influenced and was influenced by some of the greatest minds of the twentieth century. Thoughout his poetic career, his work was shaped by his Jewishness. Zukofsky's work spans the divide from modernism to postmodernism and beyond-his later writings have proven an inspiration to new generations of contemporary poets.

Published by Shoemarker Hoard

Hardcover

Learn more about Louis Zukofsky when author Dr. Mark Scroggins speaks at Spertus on Sunday, June 1.