Morgan, J. O.
Assurances
- ISBN 13:
- 9781787330856
- author:
- Morgan, J. O.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Jonathan Cape Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13 x 0.6 centimetres (0.0
- Genre:
- Poetry, Continental European, Poetry,
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 60
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Assurances by J.O. Morgan is a powerful and thought-provoking poem that explores the tensions and anxieties of the Cold War era. Set against the backdrop of nuclear deterrence, this work of verse delves into the lives of those involved in the threat, from civilians to machine voices, and even enemy agents lurking in the shadows. Through a mix of lyrical and anxious passages, Morgan examines the complexities of the nuclear stalemate, the deterrent that remains in place today. The poem is an intimate and dramatic work for many voices, revealing the inner workings of minds both human and mechanical. A poignant and unsettling exploration of the fragility of peace, Assurances is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in poetry and politics.
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