Bellocq's Ophelia
Poems
Saint Paul, Minn. : Graywolf Press, [2002]
Format: Book
Description: 48 pages ; 23 cm
Selected as a "2003 Notable Book" by the American Library Association
In the early 1900s, E.J. Bellocq photographed prostitutes in the red-light district of New Orleans. His remarkable, candid photos inspired Natasha Trethewey to imagine the life of Ophelia, the subject of Bellocq's Ophelia , her stunning second collection of poems. With elegant precision, Ophelia tells of her life on display: her white father whose approval she earns by standing very still; the brothel Madame who tells her to act like a statue while the gentlemen callers choose; and finally the camera, which not only captures her body, but also offers a glimpse into her soul.
ISBN:
1555973590
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
LITERATURE Poetry Tre | Cooper (Forest Acres) | Display, Nonfiction | Out (Due: 5/14/2024) |