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The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock Poem by T. S. Eliot T.S., Eliot 1888-1965 When he was alive, T.S. Eliot was one of the most influential poets in the English-speaking world. His invention of new poetic rhythms, forms, and themes had an enormous impact on other writers and helped usher in a new era in poetry.
The poem can be best interpreted as an exposition of the moods and conflicts of the mind of Prufrock. Title: The poem is not really a love song though love is the underlying theme. It records the indecision, hesitation and postponement of the proposal of the lover.
Downloadable PDFs. Subscribe for $3 a Month. “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” introduced Eliot to the literary scene, presenting ideas of modern alienation, fragmentation, and disillusionment with the world that would continue to form other works in his oeuvre.
1. 1915 THE LOVE SONG OF J. ALFRED PRUFROCK T.S. Eliot. 2. Eliot, T. (Thomas) S. (Stearns) (1888-1965) - American-born naturalized English poet and critic. Recognized as one of the major poets of the 20thcentury, Eliot is known for his innovative poetic technique and his use of uncoventional subject matter. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1948.
Summary. The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock’ by T.S. Eliot (Bio | Poems) is the inner monologue of a city gentleman stricken by feelings of isolation, inadequacy and incapability of taking decisive action.
A summary of “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” in T. S. Eliot's Eliot's Poetry. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of Eliot's Poetry and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.
