The Life of John Berryman — John Haffenden

Title: The Life of John Berryman
Author: John Haffenden
Publisher: Ark
ISBN: 0-7448-0004-8
Binding: Softcover
Condition: Fair to good second-hand condition, visible creasing, edge wear and scuffing to covers, interior readable

A detailed and carefully researched biography of American poet John Berryman, one of the most influential voices in twentieth-century confessional poetry.

Haffenden traces Berryman’s life from early trauma through literary success, teaching career, and personal struggles, offering insight into the mind behind works such as The Dream Songs. The book combines literary criticism with personal history, making it valuable for both readers of poetry and those interested in the lives behind major literary figures.

Scholarly but readable, this remains one of the key biographies on Berryman and an important piece for collectors of modern literature and poetry studies.