Degenerate Muse

Discover the transformative exploration of nature in the early twentieth century with Degenerate Muse by Robin G. Schulze. Published by Oxford University Press Inc in 2013, this hardback edition spans 336 pages and delves into the profound shift in the American understanding of nature during this pivotal era. Schulze meticulously analyzes how the scientific reimagining of American nature emerged as a remedy for societal degeneration, influencing the works of notable modernist writers such as Harriet Monroe, Ezra Pound, and Marianne Moore. This insightful book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and environmental thought, providing a compelling narrative that reshapes our perspective on modernism and its relationship with the natural world.