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This is the third poetry anthology by Paul Klinger. As with the previous books, each chapter starts with one of the authors paintings, relevant to a poem title. With a portfolio of almost eight hundred paintings to date, there were plenty to choose from!

Im a widower grieving herself. / My stem still living / while all the petals have died; / my body has begun to droop.Hannah has taken her regular hospitalization due to serious illness and made it into astonishing poetry. Her world of the hospital is sometimes like a zoo, sometimes like a gallery and sometimes a crowded town square. The wards contain tigers and crows, butterflies doctors become poets, the dead turn into an art installation, while outside, the trees are plastic as unchanging as Hannahs shielding days that drag like a foot. But between the pulled curtains of these words the details of real-life amongst the terminally ill are depicted in full colour. A daughter cries neatly in a corner while her mourning father spins his wedding band around his finger. Nurses fill carrier bags marked patients property, while the industrial plastic crinkles as a body is lifted from bed to trolley in its bag. The poets eye feels unblinking at times unable but also unwilling to blink. How could it when it has so much to show? These poems are heavy with import, but they are light with the liveliness of art that is beautifully rendered.These are extraordinary poems that contain both humour and grief towards a world that continually dehumanizes disabled people in multiple ways. With startling images, Hannah Hodgson balances anger and love, despair and hope this is a pamphlet that will leave any reader irrevocably changed. Kim Moore

This book is also available as an ebook: buy it from Amazon here.When the Barbarians Arrive is a selected works from Singaporean poet Alvin Pangs five previous collections, including Testing the Silence (1997) and City of Rain (2003). Wry, sensitive and intelligent throughout, the selection ranges from unsentimental love poems to sharply satirical writing. They mock, celebrate and unsettle, at once recognisably national and international in reach, offering a fresh edge and energy to the wave of urban poetry emerging from Singapore.Alvin Pang was born in Singapore in 1972. A Fellow of Iowa Universitys International Writing program, his poetry has been translated into more than fifteen languages, and he has appeared at major festivals and in anthologies worldwide. He has edited the anthologies No Other City (2000); Over There: Poems from Singapore and Australia (with John Kinsella, 2008), and Tumasik: Contemporary Writing from Singapore (2009). Pang was named the 2005 Young Artist of the Year for Literature by Singapores National Arts Council, and was received the Singapore Youth Award (Arts and Culture) in 2007.

FROM THE WINNER OF THE 2021 PULITZER PRIZE IN POETRYWhen My Brother Was an Aztec is a work of courage and invention - one that foregrounds the particularities of family dynamics and individual passion against the backdrop of Western mythologies and a deeply rooted cultural history. Natalie Diazs arresting debut explores a brothers addiction and its devastating effects on a household, while offering a political critique of our nations and their pasts. It acknowledges absences and uncomfortable silences, as well as conjuring vivid voices and presences, from Antigone and Houdini to Huitzilopochtli and Jesus.Stolen cowboy boots, violins on fire; a mariachi band playing in the bathroom, a black bayonet carried between the shoulder blades; the beauty of busted fruit, the sight of hellish visions - Diaz both revels and reveals through her distinctive use of language and imagery, bringing to life every intimate and communal encounter, blooming abundance from scarcity. The result is a wrenching portrayal of sacrifice, want, despair and fortitude that feels truly transformative.

In "When I was King and Other Verses," Henry Lawson presents a poignant collection of poems and narratives that encapsulate the spirit of Australia during the late 19th and early 20th century. Lawsons literary style is characterized by vivid imagery and colloquial language, seamlessly weaving themes of identity, social justice, and the rugged beauty of the Australian landscape. The verses reflect a keen awareness of the struggles faced by the working class, as well as the aspirations and frustrations of a nation seeking its place in the world, establishing an important context in the development of Australian literature and identity. Henry Lawson, often heralded as one of AustraliaAos greatest writers, was deeply influenced by his experiences growing up in a rural setting and the harsh realities faced by many Australians. His commitment to portraying the everyday life and struggles of the common person informed not only his poetry but also his short stories and journalism. In a time when Australia was shaping its national identity, Lawsons works served as a powerful voice for his contemporaries and the generations that followed. Recommended for readers interested in Australian literature, social commentary, and poetic expression, "When I was King and Other Verses" invites reflection on the enduring themes of resilience and aspiration. LawsonAos masterful storytelling offers a unique lens through which to appreciate both the cultural and historical landscapes of Australia, making this collection a vital addition to any literary library.

When I Think of My Body as a Horse centres around the experience of infertility and baby loss with a wider focus on body ownership and motherhood. The poems follow a totemic animal theme rooted in nature through which the poet explores her own experience of the loss of her daughter, an IVF baby, during an emergency c-section in 2010. The poems in When I Think of My Body as a Horse are about trauma, but they are also about recovery and the powerful, animal instincts that surround the act of creating a family, and how this is absorbed and accepted as part of a wider narrative when there is no rainbow baby to add closure to the trauma of loss.

In "When Hearts Are Trumps," Tom Hall deftly intertwines themes of love, betrayal, and the intricacies of human relationships, creating a narrative that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Employing a rich, lyrical style reminiscent of Romantic literature, Hall immerses readers in a world where the complexities of the heart dictate the course of lives. The novel operates within a contemporary literary context, addressing societal norms and personal struggles through an innovative lens, while utilizing vivid imagery and intricate character development to evoke deep emotional responses from the audience. Tom Hall, an astute observer of the human condition, draws on his own experiences and academic background in psychology to explore the myriad ways in which love can be both a sanctuary and a weapon. His previous works have often examined the dynamics of personal relationships, yet "When Hearts Are Trumps" represents a culmination of his insights, blending heartfelt storytelling with astute psychological observations that resonate with readers on various levels. This novel is highly recommended for those who appreciate literature that delves into the emotional landscapes of its characters. HallAos nuanced exploration of love and its discontents makes it a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of passion and morality. Embark on this journey through the hearts labyrinth and discover the profound truths that await within.

What the Water Gave Me contains fifty-two poems in the voice of the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Some of the poems are close interpretations of Kahlos work, while others are parallels or version homages where Petit draws on her experience as a visual artist to create alternative paintings with words. More than just a verse biography, this collection explores how Kahlo transformed trauma into art after the artists near-fatal bus accident. Petit, with her vivid style, her feel for nature and her understanding of pain and redemption, fully inhabits Kahlos world. Each poem is an evocation of how art works on the pain spectrum, laced with splashes of ferocious colour. Their apparent shared sensibility makes the ventriloquism of these poems entirely unforced, and while Kahlos voice is subtly distinguished from Petits own, both women have a way of taking painful, private experiences and transmuting them, through imagery, into something that has the power of folklore. They capture the unsettling spirit of Frida Kahlo and her work perfectly. Poetry London No other British poet I am aware of can match the powerful mythic imagination of Pascale Petit. Les Murray Times Literary Supplement

You never know how things really are in other peoples families, in other peoples homes. Theres the public face and the private truths the personal griefs and tragedies, whether festering or resting in peace. In her wry, engagingly strange poems, Anne Bailey takes the door off the latch and lets us inside.She shows us loss and disappointment, as well as hardness and resilience, particularly through the eyes of a daughter, wife and mother. We see the domestic sphere in such close-up detail that it becomes bizarre, an uncanny dimension that nonetheless rings horribly, weirdly true."So youve put a picture on the lovely blank wall that used to go pink in the sun and feel like an ice cream. A wall on which I used to rest my eyes in pleasant contemplation." - from Domestic

Rosie Garlands dauntless and enthralling new poetry collection, What Girls Do in the Dark, invites us to leap into deep space - across a universe where light, names, place and time become the"distance between things that stand like sisters". We venture through strange night-time transformations, between northerly points and places of being and not-being. In a twilight alive with glimmering energy, we discover not just outer-space, but inner space where the body and the self are made of infinite galaxies, illuminated for the briefest blink of a life.Garlands poetry is rooted in the realm of gothic imagination, mythology and the uncanny. It contains magnitudes and magic, feminist fables starstruck with science and astronomy. Like comets, these dazzling poems explore containment, liberation, near-misses, extinction, and ultimately, they ask what it means to escape the pull of gravity and blaze your own bright, all-consuming and astonishing path.Garland is a real literary talent: definitely an author to watch - Sarah Waters

POEMS AND ILLUSTRATIONS INSPIRED BY LOCKDOWNBefore the COVID-19 global pandemic, Dubliner Jan was working as a freelance fashion stylist and creative director. Now, she is an experienced homeschool teacher, playground chaperone, cook, cleaner, fed-up walker and kitchen disco DJ. At the height of the restrictions, Jans own internal dialogue finally tumbled onto the page. The result is this book of poems: raw, honest and funny observations on family and relationships, on feeling a bit crap and being perfectly imperfect.Jans lyrical writings offer a fresh perspective on modern life, written with humour, heart and honesty.What Day Is It? Who gives a f*ck expresses all the rage, loss,fun and love that have stunned and occupied us since March 2020.

"There is no tick box for this poem. This poem grew up on benefits. This poem pays higher rate tax. This poem isnt in an anthology. This poem doesnt have a glottal stop."Josephine Corcorans inventive and unflinching debut poetry collection asks us to consider what it is were really here for. Bold and unsentimental, her remarkable poems trace the lifelines of where weve been and where were going to, and they arent afraid to ask difficult questions of where we are now, either. Corcorans dexterity allows her to get under the skin of each poem, and to explore other lives with the same attentiveness and concision she brings to her own experiences. What Are You After is also fearlessly personal and political; these resolute poems celebrate outspoken women, working class and immigrant lives, and they refuse to look away from the harsh realities of inequality, austerity, and poverty. Throughout, the haunting texture of history, of long gone places and lost voices, is discernible just beneath the surface of the everyday present like a mirrors delicate silvering. These poems are a rare gift; tender, incisive and real.

Hugo Williamss new collection summons the poets past selves in order of appearance, as in an autobiography, showing in poems as clear as rock pools that the plain truth is only as plain as the props and make-up needed to stage it. Childhood and school time offer up the amateur theatricals of themselves, in poems of vertiginous retrospect; other poems itemize the professional selves of the poets actor-father Hugh Williams (by now as familiar and frequently depicted as Cezannes mountain), while the narrator - waiting to step into my fathers shoes as myself - teases out the paradoxes of identity and inheritanceAfter this searching portraiture of the poets parents, the chronology opens onto the broad secular thoroughfares of adulthood, including a limpid arrangement of pillow poems which tell the same erotic bedtime story in twelve different ways. Other poems strike out decisively along roads not taken: meticulous misremembering, sinister and fecklessly unfinished narratives about the parallel lives of desire, re-enacting lost futures and accommodating the irrepressible past as it keeps bouncing back onstage. In these fastidious and sardonic investigations of the fault-line between voice and projection, we admire once more the droll fearlessness, the art of candour as practised by Hugo Williams in this, his tenth collection of poems.

Thomas Hardys "Wessex Poems and Other Verses" is a rich tapestry of lyric poetry deeply rooted in the rural landscapes and socio-cultural nuances of southwestern England, specifically the fictionalized Wessex region. The collection showcases Hardys signature style of combining natural imagery with poignant human emotion, exploring themes of love, loss, and the inexorable flow of time. Written in a period marked by the transition from Victorian ideals to modernist sensibilities, these verses reflect a profound engagement with the changing world, blending pastoral beauty with a sense of existential inquiry. Hardy, a novelist and poet whose works often grapple with the complexities of fate and free will, was immersed in the rural life he chronicled. His background in architecture and his keen observation of human nature informed his poetic sensibility, allowing him to convey the depth of human experience through simple yet evocative language. The transition from prose to poetry in his career allowed Hardy to explore themes of emotional and psychological intricacy in a more concentrated form. This collection is highly recommended for readers seeking a profound exploration of nature and humanity conveyed through exquisite language. Hardys poetry invites readers to reflect on their own experiences amidst lifes inexorable march, making it a timeless companion for both poetry enthusiasts and general readers alike.

In einer Welt voller Hektik und Oberflachlichkeit offnen diese Gedichte und Texte Turen zu den leisen, oft unentdeckten Raumen der Seele. Mit Worten, die wie Spiegel wirken, fangen sie die unsichtbaren Faden unserer inneren Welt ein - Schmerz, Hoffnung, Liebe und die Suche nach dem eigenen Kern.Dieses Werk ladt ein, innezuhalten und den eigenen Gefuhlen, Gedanken und Fragen zu lauschen. Es sind Texte fur alle, die nicht nur lesen, sondern fuhlen wollen - die nach Trost, Einsicht oder einfach einem Moment der Stille suchen."wenn worte vom himmel fallen" ist ein Begleiter fur all jene, die den Mut haben, sich selbst zu begegnen.

"Welsh Poems and Ballads" gathers a rich tapestry of poetic voices that capture the essence of Welsh identity and cultural heritage. The collection spans various forms and styles, from traditional ballads steeped in folklore to modern lyric poetry that echoes the pastoral beauty of Wales. The anthology showcases the elevation of the Welsh language in literature while exploring themes of love, nature, and social justice, contextualizing it within the broader spectrum of British literature. With contributions from esteemed poets, the work is not only a celebration of lyrical artistry but also an exploration of the tumultuous relationship between language and identity in Wales. The collection is compiled by various authors, reflecting the diversity of Taiwanese poetics across different eras. Many of the included poets have been influenced by the socio-political landscape of Wales, grappling with the complexities of national identity, language preservation, and cultural resilience. This anthology serves as a testament to the revival of Welsh literature, which has been resurgent since the late 20th century, spurred by educational initiatives and a renewed appreciation for the Welsh language. "Welsh Poems and Ballads" is highly recommended for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the lyrical beauty and cultural depth of Welsh poetry. It serves not only as a delightful read but also as a scholarly resource for those interested in the dynamics of language and identity in the poetic context. This anthology is a crucial addition to the library of any literature enthusiast or scholar.

Weighing the Present includes poems about family and wider society, often through brilliantly evoked particular details and specific scenes from everyday life. Short linked poems, which amount almost to sequences, deal with difficult material - elegies for lost friends for instance - while still remaining somehow lifeaffirming. At the heart of the book are tender but unsentimental love poems. A new collection from Michael Laskey is always a cause for celebration.

Madison Julius Caweins "Weeds by the Wall: Verses" is a poignant collection of poems that reflects the interplay between nature and the human experience. The literary style is imbued with lush imagery and lyrical craftsmanship, typical of Caweins oeuvre, which often draws on elements of Romanticism and transcendentalism. The verses explore themes of solitude, the passage of time, and the beauty found in the commonplace, encapsulated in a rich symbolism that invites readers to ponder deeper philosophical questions. This collection places Cawein within the broader context of early 20th-century American poetry, where his exploration of the natural world is both intimate and expansive, challenging conventional boundaries of poetic form and subject matter. Cawein, a prolific poet of the American South, drew inspiration from his surroundings and personal experiences. His deep affinity for nature and its emotional resonance played a critical role in shaping his poetic voice. Having faced personal struggles and a longing for connection with the world around him, Caweins works often reflect a quest for understanding amid existential uncertainty, making "Weeds by the Wall" a significant representation of his artistic psyche and ambition. This collection is highly recommended for readers who appreciate poetry that intricately weaves the beauty of nature with profound human emotions. Caweins verses resonate on multiple levels, offering both aesthetic pleasure and contemplative depth. "Weeds by the Wall" is not just a book of poetry; it is an invitation to explore ones relationship with the world and to find solace in the unremarkable weeds that grow by the wall.

Weeds and Wild Flowers is a magical meeting of the poems of Alice Oswald and the etchings of Jessica Greenman. Within its pages everyday flora take on an extraordinary life, jostling tragically at times, at times comically, for a foothold in a busying world. Stunningly visualised and skilfully animated, this imaginative collaboration beckons us toward a landscape of botanical characters, and invites us to see ourselves among them.

"Jess-Cooke conjures (and there is a sense of enchantment or spellcasting present in the sensual figurative language utilised) precise, evocative imagery to discuss wide-ranging subjects, such as disability, feminism, the environment and motherhood, and creates a sense of travelling through experiences and environments" Ruth Stacey"The blend of heavenly and prosaic is glorious and terrifying." Judy Darley"Poems that are strong, yet empathic; steely, but compassionate. Its an extremely powerful admixture and I urge you to read it." Buzz Magazine. A brutal and pressing collection, We Have To Leave The Earth tackles gruesome yet important topics throughout her collection. The first collection playfully examines the Viking culture, with a strong temporal focus on ice in the arctic landscape. Jess-Cooke dedicates her next section to the erased voice of early feminist pioneer Josephine Butler, creating a rich history through a first person narrative. The theme of motherhood echoes from this section into the final beautiful collection as Jess-Cooke describes her own tale of motherhood and the perceptions of her autistic daughter.