Ezra Pound: His Metric and Poetry

"Ezra Pound: His Metric and Poetry" by T. S. Eliot is a deep look into the poetry and methods of Ezra Pound, one of the most important poets of the 20th century. Written as an essay, the book digs into Pound's use of rhythm and poetic devices, showing how he changed modern poetry. Eliot looks at Pound's beginnings, like his books "A Lume Spento" and "Personae," pointing out the power and newness in his writing. The essay discusses Pound's struggles breaking into the London scene. Eliot also talks about how Pound’s work changed over time, looking at his experiments and new interests, like Chinese and Japanese writings. The book encourages readers to explore Pound's poetry in a new light, free from old-fashioned criticism and allowing a genuine appreciation for his impact on poetry.