DYLAN & COHEN. ROCK POETS

In the fascinating world of rock and roll, where the sounds of the guitar intertwine with deep lyrics, two iconic figures emerge: Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen. Their work, full of poetry and rebellion, has forever changed the face of popular music. The book "Dylan & Cohen. Rock Poets" is an extraordinary journey through the life and work of these two legends, showing their impact on culture and society.

• In-depth analysis of the work of Dylan and Cohen
• Insightful look at their poetic lyrics
• History of their lives and careers
• Inspiration for lovers of sung poetry
• Expansion of understanding of the trend in music
• Academic style of presenting silhouettes

David Boucher, with the erudition of an academic lecturer, analyzes the poetry of Dylan and Cohen, proving that their art is not limited only to the 60s, when both celebrated commercial triumphs. Boucher shows that their work continues, preserving the freshness and depth that delights successive generations of listeners. The richness of the cited sources confirms that the opinions expressed are thoughtful and constitute a summary of the previous assessment of the work of both bards.

Cohen, as he himself said, considered poetry a verdict, not a choice. His approach to creation was extremely conventional. He could spend years looking for the perfect rhyme, spending months choosing the six most important stanzas for the entire poem. He came to the song as a mature poet and prose writer, experimenting in the field of folk playing, after publishing his novels and volumes of poetry.

Dylan, on the other hand, has always strived for rebellion, redefining himself and his art in every decade. The wisdom of the street, which pulsates in his lyrics, has been recognized as poetry almost without his will. When Dylan understood the power of his message, he reached a position that allowed him to deal cards in the industry. He became a role model for lyricists around the world, a role model that is constantly one step ahead of his imitators. Thirty years ago, in an interview with Playboy, Dylan admitted that he was primarily a poet and only then a musician. He said he lived like a poet and would die like a poet. As it turned out, it was a correct prophecy - in 2016 the artist was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.

The book "Dylan & Cohen. Rock Poets" is a must-read for lovers of sung poetry, expanding the current understanding of this trend in music. Despite the academic style, it presents in an interesting way the silhouettes, status, searches, metaphor and religion in the lives of both singers. It is a read that will certainly encourage reflection and a deeper understanding of the work of these two outstanding artists.