Blossomise
(Author) Simon Armitage"Blossomise celebrates the ecstatic arrival of spring blossom just as it acknowledges, too, its melancholy disappearance. Full of spirited leaps of imagination and language, the twenty-one poems hopscotch between intense momentary haikus that honour the Japanese traditions of the blossom festival and stand-alone lyrical pieces that take in the stylistic tones of ballads, hymns, songs, prayers and nursery rhymes. From a crashed Ford Capri wrapped around the immovable trunk of a cherry tree, to saplings flourishing among skyscrapers and urban sprawl, the fizz and froth of the annual blossom display is explored here both as an exuberant emblem of the natural world and a nervous marker of our vulnerable climate." -- vers de la coberta.
Simon Armitage
Simon Armitage is a British poet, playwright, and novelist known for his accessible and engaging writing style. Some of his most notable works include "The Dead Sea Poems," "Kid," and "The Unaccompanied." Armitage's poetry often explores themes of everyday life, relationships, and the human experience with wit and insight. He has been praised for his ability to blend humor and poignancy in his work. Armitage has made significant contributions to contemporary literature, receiving numerous awards and honors for his writing. His most famous work is perhaps "Out of the Blue," a collection of poems inspired by the events of 9/11. Armitage's impact on the literary genre can be seen through his innovative use of language and his ability to connect with a wide range of readers.
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