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Super Infinite
A Life of John Donne
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Catherine Rundell's "Super Infinite" is a biography of John Donne, exploring his life as a poet and preacher.
The book delves into Donne's complex and often paradoxical writing style, highlighting his use of coded language and metaphors.
Rundell examines the historical context of Donne's work, emphasizing the risks associated with writing during a time of political and religious upheaval.
The biography also explores the posthumous publication of texts falsely attributed to Donne, contrasting his genuine work with imitations.
Rundell's biography offers a comprehensive look at Donne's life and literary contributions, showcasing his enduring influence on literature and culture.
The book delves into Donne's complex and often paradoxical writing style, highlighting his use of coded language and metaphors.
Rundell examines the historical context of Donne's work, emphasizing the risks associated with writing during a time of political and religious upheaval.
The biography also explores the posthumous publication of texts falsely attributed to Donne, contrasting his genuine work with imitations.
Rundell's biography offers a comprehensive look at Donne's life and literary contributions, showcasing his enduring influence on literature and culture.
