Modernist Man

Ezra Pound - Modernist Man is the biography of Ezra Pound, an American expatriate poet, critic and intellectual who was a major figure of the Modernist movement in early-to-mid 20th century poetry. Pound was the driving force behind several Modernist movements, notably Imagism and Vorticism. In 1920, Pound moved to Paris, where he moved among a circle of artists, musicians, and writers who were revolutionizing the whole world of modern art. On October 10th, 1924, Pound left Paris permanently and moved to Rapallo, Italy. Because of his political views, his support of Mussolini, his opposition to central banking and the charge of anti-Semitism, Pound acquired many enemies throughout the second half of the twentieth century. Historians and scholars generally agree, however, that he played a vital role in the modernist revolution in 20th century literature in English. Ezra Pound - Modernist Man is highly recommended for those interested in learning more about this controversial poet.