Welch, John
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781848619326
- author:
- Welch, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Shearsman Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 74
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.5 centimetres (0.0
- Genre:
- Poetry, English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Poetry,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
John Welch's new collection, his fourteenth since 1984, is a thoughtful exploration of the poet's craft. The poems reflect on the experience of creating something 'Like a ball / thrown from an empty hand', where the act of writing is marked by an absence or void that echoes through the text. Throughout the book, Welch grapples with the nature of poetry and its place in life, expressing ambivalence about the role of the poet. Other poems are more direct, addressing the reader with a sense of urgency. This collection offers a nuanced view of the creative process, one that values clarity and honesty above all else. For readers interested in contemporary poetry, Welch's work is notable for its thoughtful exploration of thought, perception, and feeling. His poems resist easy interpretation, making this collection a compelling choice for those seeking to engage with the complexities of the human experience.
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