The Poet's Mistake - by Erica McAlpine (Paperback)

The Poet's Mistake by Erica McAlpine is a groundbreaking exploration of mistakes in poems and their impact on our understanding of creativity and artistic expression.

Through a series of case studies, McAlpine reveals the tension between recognizing errors as common craft failures versus honoring them as moments of unintended brilliance.

By examining historical examples from Romanticism to the present day, this book challenges readers to reconsider their assumptions about intentionality and creativity in poetry.

With its unique blend of literary analysis and cultural critique, The Poet's Mistake is an essential read for anyone interested in the art of poetry and the power of creative expression.