Urban Pastoral: Natural Currents in the New York School

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The book explores the pastoral and natural imagery in the works of Frank O'Hara, John Ashbery, Barbara Guest, and their contemporaries, challenging the perception of them solely as urban poets. It presents a fresh perspective by examining their connection to nature and pastoral themes, while also including voices from the second generation of the New York School. This study aims to broaden the understanding of these poets' contributions beyond cosmopolitan culture, revealing their deeper engagement with the natural world.