Chariot

Timothy Donnelly's fourth collection of poems, Chariot, explores philosophical and embodied questioning, inviting readers to explore artistic histories and the power of poetic imagination to transport us to new zones of meaning. The collection shifts in form, with each poem limited to twenty lines, creating a many-paned, future-facing window that refracts and reflects light.

Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2023
Publisher: Wave Books

Timothy Donnelly's fourth collection of poems, Chariot, takes readers on a philosophical and deeply embodied journey of questioning. In his title poem, he poses the profound question, "How did we get here?" He answers with a sense of ambiguity, emphasizing that it may not matter, but what truly matters is our ability to stay and explore the possibilities that lie before us. This collection shares a similar sensibility with his previous works, The Problem of the Many and The Cloud Corporation (which won the Kingsley Tufts Award). It delves into the artistic histories of figures such as Jean Cocteau and The Cocteau Twins, celebrating the power of poetic imagination to transport us to new realms of meaning and textual bliss.

One exciting aspect of Chariot is Donnelly's shift in form. He confines these new poems to twenty lines each, creating a collection that feels like a many-paned, future-facing window. As readers engage with the poems, they are invited to peer through the window, refracting and reflecting on the world around them. This refraction allows for a myriad of interpretations and insights, as the light of the poems illuminates different aspects of our existence.

Through Chariot, Donnelly invites us to explore the depths of our existence, question our place in the world, and embrace the limitless possibilities of poetic imagination. This collection is a testament to Donnelly's talent and his ability to create works that are both thought-provoking and visually stunning. Whether you are a seasoned poetry enthusiast or a newcomer to the art form, Chariot is a must-read that will leave you contemplating the mysteries of life and the power of words to transport us to new realms of understanding.

Dimension: 152 x 215 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781950268818