Alone with America: Essays on the Art of Poetry in the United States Since 1950

Alone with America: Essays on the Art of Poetry in the United States Since 1950 is a 1969 collection of critical essays by Richard Howard. In this work, Howard provides an analysis of the styles and works of 41 American poets who were active after 1950. The book offers insight into the landscape of American poetry during the latter half of the 20th century, exploring the diverse voices and evolving forms that characterized the period. Howard's critical perspective sheds light on the artistic contributions and thematic concerns of these poets, contributing to the understanding of modern American literary expression.1234