Dramatic Monologues: A Contemporary Anthology

by Samuel Maio

From Homeric times to the present, the dramatic monologue has always occupied an esteemed place in the art of poetry, but not until now has there been an anthology devoted exclusively to the contemporary practice of this unique genre. With contributions by many of the most distinguished poets of recent decades--including a Nobel laureate and several Pulitzer Prize recipients--and an introduction discussing how these poets have continued the great tradition made prominent by Robert Browning, Dramatic A Contemporary Anthology; marks a significant contribution to contemporary literature.

Genres: Poetry

301 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2008

Reviews

[K · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent compilation of a variety of poems.

[flowfern · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic selection of poems, have read this text several times for some of my university classes with Dr. Maio (an amazing, hilarious, and wonderful professor!), and also for fun.