A Guide to the Cantos of Ezra Pound

Drawing upon his deep knowledge of Ezra Pound's life and work, William Cookson provides introductory background material to each canto and a detailed, page-by-page commentary identifying quotations, explaining allusions and cross references, and translating foreign phrases. Expanded to include previously unavailable cantos, this book is an invaluable reference tool for Pound scholars and any interested reader.