Poetry Today by Anthony Thwaite
This is the most authoritative and up to date survey of contemporary British poetry 1960-1995. It is the third version but second edition published by Longman of a successful survey that first appeared 30 years ago, and provides a succinct and accessible overview of British poets, movements and themes, ideal for English courses and the general reader alike.
Reviews of previous edition:
"A perceptive scamper through recent and contemporary work, filled with quotations and sensible judgements"
Encounter
"Clear, useful introduction to the contemporary scene."
Observer
"A perceptive scamper through recent and contemporary work, filled with quotations and sensible judgements"
Encounter
"Clear, useful introduction to the contemporary scene."
Observer
Anthony Thwaite has worked as a university professor, a radio producer, and a literary editor in addition to being a poet. Collected Poems, Move in the Weather, and Selected Poems 1956 1996 are among his works.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780582215115 |
| ISBN 10 | 0582215110 |
| Title | Poetry Today |
| Author | Anthony Thwaite |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 1996-06-11 |
| Number of pages | 196 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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