JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Perception of Allen Ginsberg's Poetry in the Georgian Literature (On the Example of Shota Iatashvili's Translation of the Poem.

  • Published In: Spekali: An Electronic bilingual Scholarly Peer-reviewed Journal of the Faculty of Humanities at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, 2024, n. 18. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Humanities Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Samakashvili, Mary 3 of 3

Abstract

The article provides an analysis of Allen Ginsberg's poem "Howl," highlighting its significance as a pivotal work of the Beat Generation and its exploration of themes such as madness, societal rejection, and personal freedom. Written between 1954 and 1955, "Howl" reflects Ginsberg's experiences and critiques the socio-political climate of 1940s-1950s America, particularly during the era of McCarthyism. The poem is dedicated to Ginsberg's friend Carl Solomon and serves as a voice for those marginalized by society, including people addicted to drugs and individuals with diverse sexual orientations. Additionally, the article discusses the challenges faced by Ginsberg and his publisher, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, regarding the poem's controversial content and its subsequent trial for obscenity. The analysis also touches on the translation of "Howl" into Georgian by Shota Iatashvili, noting his interpretative approach to conveying the poem's essence. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Spekali: An Electronic bilingual Scholarly Peer-reviewed Journal of the Faculty of Humanities at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University. 2024/01, Issue 18, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:19878583
  • DOI:10.55804/jtsuSPEKALI-18-19
  • Accession Number:189398653
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