Synopsis
A poignant exploration of memory, history, and the human condition through evocative verse.
Jeffrey Wainwright's What Must Happen delves into personal elegies, historical reflections, and contemporary characterizations. This collection resonates with those seeking to understand the past, come to terms with loss, and find meaning in art and culture. Wainwright's poems evoke melancholy, nostalgia, and awe as they contemplate mortality and the ever-changing world.
Discover a rich tapestry of themes, from the history of the Potteries to reimagined Roman gods. This collection offers a unique blend of personal and historical perspectives, making it a compelling read for poetry enthusiasts and scholars alike. Explore the depths of human experience through Wainwright's insightful and moving verse. Perfect for readers of contemporary British poetry and those interested in historical elegies.
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About the Author
Jeffrey Wainwright was born in Stoke-on-Trent in 1944 and was educated locally and at the University of Leeds. He has taught at the University of Wales, Long Island University in Brooklyn and for many years at the Manchester Metropolitan University where he was Professor in the Department of English and its Writing School until 2008. His first poetry collection was published by Northern House in 1971 and first full book, Heart’s Desire, by Carcanet in 1978.
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