Rolf Jacobsen Livres

Rolf Jacobsen's poetry delves into the intricate relationship between nature and technology, as well as the contrasts of progress and self-destruction. This collection features 121 poems from his entire oeuvre, including a posthumous piece, showcasing his ability to resonate with both critics and general readers. The bilingual edition includes award-winning translations by Roger Greenwald, who collaborated with the poet to ensure accuracy. An insightful introduction and extensive endnotes further enrich the reading experience for both casual and scholarly audiences.

Considered the father of modern Norwegian poetry, Jacobsen’s work records the extraordinary changes that take place as we move from an agrarian to an industrial society. This book gathers work from all his published books.“Jacobsen is not an idylic poet, but a voice that warns against all that which threatens human joy. The poems, translated by Grinde, are splendid.”—Choice

Der Norweger Rolf Jacobsen (1907-1994) veröffentlichte fünfzehn Gedichtbände, er gilt als einer der wichtigesten Lyriker seiner Heimat. Stil und Themen entwickelten sich über die Jahrzehnte stark, von den frühen Texten, die Technik und Großstadt besingen, über philosophische, innerliche Gedichte bis hin zur berührenden Liebeslyrik für seine Frau. Als einziger Norweger erschien er im „Museum der modernen Poesie“ von Enzensberger.