CPLT 3730/GETR 3730 Rilke, Valéry, and Stevens--Lorna Martens

Studies in the poetry and prose of these three modernist poets, with emphasis on their theories of artistic creation.  The original as well as a translation will be made available for Rilke's and Valéry's poetry.  Their prose works will be read in English translation.  Requirements:  Three 6-7-page papers (one on each poet); participation in seminar discussion, including oral presentations on poems; final exam.