Moving Day

Jenny King was born in London during the Blitz. Her parents encouraged her to write poetry, and her poems explore the world calmly, thoughtfully, and with an interest in language. They consider memory, peace, and the natural world, and how individuals relate to others. King's poems result from a long writing life and study of both past and contemporary poets.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 27 May 2021
Publisher: Carcanet Press Ltd

Jenny King, born in London during the Blitz, was nurtured by her parents, both teachers, to embrace the art of poetry from a young age. Despite the challenges posed by wartime paper rationing, they tirelessly supported her passion and managed to create a book where she could express her thoughts and emotions. King's poems offer a serene and contemplative perspective on the world, exploring themes such as memory, peace, introspection, and the complexities of human relationships. Through her poetic lens, she examines the fascination with language itself, employing both traditional patterns and innovative forms to convey clarity and create lasting impressions. While accessibility and natural rhythms remain crucial elements, King's poems delve into the known and half-known aspects of family history, shedding light on the fallibility of memory while also highlighting the connections between the present and the past. These poems emerge from a lifetime of writing and a deep study of both past and contemporary poets, reflecting her commitment to the craft.

Born in London during the Blitz, Jenny King was nurtured by her parents, both teachers, to embrace the art of poetry from a young age. Despite the challenges posed by wartime paper rationing, they tirelessly supported her passion and managed to create a book where she could express her thoughts and emotions. King's poems offer a serene and contemplative perspective on the world, exploring themes such as memory, peace, introspection, and the complexities of human relationships. Through her poetic lens, she examines the fascination with language itself, employing both traditional patterns and innovative forms to convey clarity and create lasting impressions. While accessibility and natural rhythms remain crucial elements, King's poems delve into the known and half-known aspects of family history, shedding light on the fallibility of memory while also highlighting the connections between the present and the past. These poems emerge from a lifetime of writing and a deep study of both past and contemporary poets, reflecting her commitment to the craft.

Weight: 158g
Dimension: 136 x 215 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800171022