Safety in Numbers
(Author) Roger McGoughThis is not the time for adultery. Your lover will fail to be impressed, not so much by the face mask and stale musk of sanitizing gel, but your flouting of the rules. At once funny and moving, Safety in Numbers is the new collection from the nation's favourite poet. Traversing new yet timeless terrain with his signature wit and intimacy, Roger McGough brings to life the very strangeness of our times From lost tongues and violins to rising oceans, from adulterers in lockdown to ghosts in line, we may live in dark times and yet find ourselves laughing. From surprising angles and with unexpected voices, McGough, 'a trickster you can trust', reveals the telling moments of our lives. ___ PRAISE FOR ROGER MCGOUGH 'A witty and ingenious chronicler of British life with a deftness and agility that is hard to beat' Poetry Society 'The patron saint of poetry' Carol Ann Duffy 'McGough has done for poetry what champagne does for weddings' Time Out
Roger McGough
Roger McGough is a British poet, playwright, and broadcaster known for his wit, humor, and accessibility in his poetry. He was a key member of the Liverpool Poets alongside Adrian Henri and Brian Patten in the 1960s.
McGough's most notable works include "Summer with Monika," "The Mersey Sound," and "The Way Things Are." His poetry often explores everyday life, love, and social issues with a playful and satirical tone.
His contributions to literature include making poetry more accessible to a wider audience through his engaging performances and radio broadcasts. McGough's impact on the literary genre of poetry has been significant, inspiring generations of poets with his innovative style and approach.
One of his most famous works is "The Mersey Sound," a bestselling poetry anthology that helped popularize contemporary poetry in the UK. McGough's work continues to be celebrated for its humor, insight, and lasting relevance.
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