Evans, Martina
The Coming Thing
- ISBN 13:
- 9781800173453
- author:
- Evans, Martina
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Carcanet Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 88
- Dimensions:
- 1 x 21.6 x 21.6 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Poetry, General, Poetry,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Coming Thing by Martina Evans is a powerful and thought-provoking long narrative poem. This work showcases Evans's unique style, which has been praised for its ability to balance complexity with clarity. Set in the 1980s, the poem explores themes of identity, change, and the human experience through the story of Imelda, who navigates challenging new worlds where old customs persist. The title refers to the arrival of computers, but also ultimately identifies a pivotal moment in Imelda's life - an abortion in a Brixton clinic. Evans's narrative voice is both nuanced and unflinching, tackling difficult subjects with sensitivity and conviction. This poem offers a compelling exploration of the complexities surrounding our understanding of human life and the values that shape us.
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