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Bellocq's Ophelia

Natasha Trethewey

4.2/5 ( ratings)

Selected as a "2003 Notable Book" by the American Library Association

In the early 1900s, E.J. Bellocq photographed prostitutes in the red-light district of New Orleans. His remarkable, candid photos inspired Natasha Trethewey to imagine the life of Ophelia, the subject of Bellocq's Ophelia, her stunning second collection of poems. With elegant precision, Ophelia tells of her life on display: her white father whose approval she earns by standing very still; the brothel Madame who tells her to act like a statue while the gentlemen callers choose; and finally the camera, which not only captures her body, but also offers a glimpse into her soul.

Language: English

Pages: 48

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Graywolf Press

Release: April 01, 2002

ISBN: 1555973590

ISBN 13: 9781555973599

Bellocq's Ophelia

Natasha Trethewey

4.2/5 ( ratings)

Selected as a "2003 Notable Book" by the American Library Association

In the early 1900s, E.J. Bellocq photographed prostitutes in the red-light district of New Orleans. His remarkable, candid photos inspired Natasha Trethewey to imagine the life of Ophelia, the subject of Bellocq's Ophelia, her stunning second collection of poems. With elegant precision, Ophelia tells of her life on display: her white father whose approval she earns by standing very still; the brothel Madame who tells her to act like a statue while the gentlemen callers choose; and finally the camera, which not only captures her body, but also offers a glimpse into her soul.

Language: English

Pages: 48

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Graywolf Press

Release: April 01, 2002

ISBN: 1555973590

ISBN 13: 9781555973599

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