Instigations

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Instigations pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Explore the foundations of modernist poetics with "Instigations, Together with An Essay on the Chinese Written Character," a seminal work by Ezra Pound and Ernest Fenollosa. This volume brings together Pound's groundbreaking "Instigations," showcasing his early literary experiments, with Fenollosa's influential essay on the Chinese writing system.

Fenollosa's work, deeply engaged with the ideogram, provided Pound with a revolutionary approach to language and imagery. This unique collection delves into the power of the Chinese written character as a model for poetic expression, influencing literary theory and shaping the landscape of 20th-century poetry. Discover the roots of Pound's innovative poetics and engage with the ideas that redefined modern literature. A vital resource for anyone interested in American poetry, Chinese language, and the intersection of literature and linguistics.