On Poetry

(Author) Glyn Maxwell
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'The most compelling, original, charismatic and poetic guide to poetry that I can remember. A handbook written from the heart by one of the true modern masters of the craft.' Simon Armitage A collection of short essays and reflections on poetry from the acclaimed British poet Glyn Maxwell. These essays illustrate Maxwell's poetic philosophy, that the greatest verse arises from a harmony of mind and body, and that poetic forms originate in human necessities – breath, heartbeat, footstep, posture. He speaks of his inspirations, his models, and takes us inside the strange world of the Creative Writing Class, where four young hopefuls grapple with love, sex, cheap wine and hard work. With examples from canonical poets, this is a beautiful, accessible guide to the most ancient and sublime of the realms of literature.

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Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
176
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781350248359
Publish year:
2021
Publish date:
Jan. 14, 2021

Glyn Maxwell

Glyn Maxwell is a British poet, playwright, and novelist known for his most famous work, "Time's Fool." His writing blends lyrical beauty with profound insights into human nature. Maxwell's contributions to literature include exploring themes of time, memory, and the complexities of human relationships with a unique and engaging style.

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