PN Review 275

Poetry Nation has been publishing new poetry, rediscoveries, commentary, literary essays, interviews, and reviews since 1973, with contributions from Octavio Paz, Laura Riding, John Ashbery, Patricia Beer, W.S. Graham, Eavan Boland, Jorie Graham, Donald Davie, C.H. Sisson, Sinead Morrissey, Sasha Dugdale, Anthony Vahni Capildeo, and many others. The January-February 2024 issue includes dark essays on Eastern Europe in 1939, sentimental ecology, the culture wars, and Byron through selected letters, discovering the radical American poet Steve Malmude with Miles Champion, overhearing the Mexican poet Darío Jaramillo in conversation with God, and new poems by the Pulitzer laureate Carl Phillips.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 56 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2024
Publisher: Carcanet Press Ltd

Since our inception as Poetry Nation, a twice-yearly hardback publication, in 1973, we have been dedicated to presenting new poetry, re-discovering literary gems, offering insightful commentary, literary essays, captivating interviews, and comprehensive reviews from across the globe. Our latest issue, spanning January-February 2024, is a testament to our unwavering commitment to this mission. Within these pages, you will find a collection of thought-provoking essays that delve into the dark times of Eastern Europe in 1939, explore the delicate balance of sentimental ecology, examine the ongoing culture wars, and offer a unique perspective on Byron through selected letters. We also introduce you to the radical American poet Steve Malmude, whose words resonate with Miles Champion in a captivating interview. Furthermore, we have the privilege of overhearing the poetic musings of Mexican poet Darío Jaramillo in conversation with none other than God (Richard Gwyn's masterful translations). To complement this literary tapestry, we feature an array of new poems by the esteemed Pulitzer laureate Carl Phillips, whose words continue to inspire and captivate readers worldwide.

Our extensive archive, which now encompasses over 270 issues, features contributions from some of the most influential writers of our time. Names such as Octavio Paz, Laura Riding, John Ashbery, Patricia Beer, W.S. Graham, Eavan Boland, Jorie Graham, Donald Davie, C.H. Sisson, Sinead Morrissey, Sasha Dugdale, Anthony Vahni Capildeo, and numerous others grace the pages of Poetry Nation. Each issue is a treasure trove of literary excellence, showcasing the diverse voices and perspectives that shape the world of poetry.

As we continue to publish new and exciting works, we remain committed to celebrating the power of words and the profound impact that poetry can have on our lives. We invite you to explore the pages of Poetry Nation, where the beauty of language and the depth of emotion come together to create a literary experience that is both enriching and transformative.

Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800174184