San Antonio College Library

First published in 1973, Another Life by Nobel laureate Derek Walcott is one of the most highly praised long autobiographical poems in English. This volume presents the text of the poem, along with extensive annotations. In a critical essay, editors Baugh (U. of the West Indies) and Nepaulsingh (U. of Albany) provide background information on Walcott's life, his influences, and the poetic structure of his work. Annotation : 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland,...

Paula Burnett offers a new interpretation of the life's work of acclaimed St. Lucian poet, playwright, and Nobel Prize winner Derek Walcott. Often regarded as the radical voice of the Third World, his drama and poetry together form a coherent project designed to create a legacy for modern Caribbean society. Illuminating his ideology and the technique that informs his writing, Burnett discusses his unique approach to myth, identity, and aesthetics....