Northern Numbers: Being Representative Selections From Certain Living Scottish Poets (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hugh Macdiarmid

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267304536 ISBN 13: 9780267304530

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Bold voices, contemporary color, and a window into modern Scottish poetry.

This anthology gathers representative selections from living Scottish poets, presenting a wide range of moods, themes, and forms. From intimate reflections to sweeping landscapes, the collection invites readers to hear fresh perspectives and to discover the texture of current Scottish verse through its vivid language and diverse perspectives.

The book offers accessible, compact poems and longer sequences that traverse memory, travel, war, faith, and daily life. It presents a historical snapshot of ongoing creative work, while keeping a clear focus on personal expression and craft. Expect imagery that ranges from lyrical and contemplative to bold and defiant.

• A variety of voices and styles within contemporary Scottish poetry
• Poems that illuminate place, history, and personal experience
• Clear, direct language balanced with lyrical craft
• A concise tour through themes like memory, conflict, and identity

Ideal for readers seeking accessible modern verse and a gateway to current Scottish poetry traditions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267304536
• ISBN 13: 9780267304530
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 136