Tropicalism

by Kenward Elmslie

Poetry. "One is reminded, not unflatteringly, of Frank O'Hara. His poems find their strength in their uncanny directness, as the poet applies subtle force to allow his opinions full impact. A mellow and yet strong 'voice'." -Stephen Bett, College Review Service.

Genres: Poetry

77 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1975

About the author

American poet, performer, and writer.

Reviews

[Rodney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once Elmslie was one of my Alps; some of life’s sadnesses now make him seem more like The Matterhorn at Disneyland, “a whiff tease/from The Fifties” whose fun is no less welcome for being over a little too fast.