When the horn fits, blow it: Music in erotic poetry

Brennan, M. (2008) When the horn fits, blow it: Music in erotic poetry. In: Byron, G. and Sneddon, A. (eds.) The Body and the Book: Writings on Poetry and Sexuality. Rodopi: Amsterdam, pp. 27-40. ISBN 9789042024229

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Abstract

Music and sensuality have maintained an intimate relationship throughout the history of Western culture. This essay explores how music is used as a rhythmic device and literary metaphor in twentieth century African American erotic poetry.

Item Type:Book Sections
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Brennan, Professor Matt
Authors: Brennan, M.
College/School:College of Arts & Humanities > School of Culture and Creative Arts > Music
Publisher:Rodopi
ISBN:9789042024229

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