Simon Armitage

Stanza Stones

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ISBN 13:
9781907587306
author:
Simon Armitage
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Enitharmon Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
24.2 x 16.6 x 1.6 cm
Genre:
Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Poetry, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£13.42

Description

Set amidst the dramatic Pennine landscape, Stanza Stones is a unique record of site-specific poetry and the art of stone carving. Commissioned through the Ilkley Literature Festival, Simon Armitage embarked on a journey to create six new poems inspired by his local walks.

The trail of carved stones that follows this book takes walkers through forty-seven miles of varied landscape, bearing the scars of industrial exploitation and the subtle marks of generations past. Alongside Armitage's poetry, Tom Lonsdale and Pip Hall share their expertise to reveal extraordinary sites, now set in stone with words that reflect the beauty and drama of the region.

The transformation of these stones from dull grey to vibrant colours serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of human activity on our natural environment. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of art, nature, and human history, inviting readers to explore the Pennine landscape in a new light.

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