Description
In an illustrious career, David Harsent has published eight collections of poetry, from A Violent County in 1969, to Legion, winner of the Forward Prize in 2005. This selection, made by the author himself, draws upon the full arc of his career and offers an outstanding concentration of, and introduction to, the full range and powers of this distinguished poet.
Selected Poems David Harsent gives a selection of Harsent's work from across his career.
About the Author
David Harsent was born in Devon. He has published eight collections of poetry. Legion (2005) won the Forward Prize for Best Collection.
Reviews
"'Harsent has an unusual claim to notice: you begin every poem with the certain prospect of pleasure and surprise.' Martin Amis, Observer"
Book Information
ISBN 9780571234011
Author David Harsent
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Faber & Faber
Publisher Faber & Faber
Weight(grams) 175g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 130mm * 20mm
Selected Poems David Harsent gives a selection of Harsent's work from across his career.
About the Author
David Harsent was born in Devon. He has published eight collections of poetry. Legion (2005) won the Forward Prize for Best Collection.
Reviews
"'Harsent has an unusual claim to notice: you begin every poem with the certain prospect of pleasure and surprise.' Martin Amis, Observer"
Book Information
ISBN 9780571234011
Author David Harsent
Format Paperback
Page Count 144
Imprint Faber & Faber
Publisher Faber & Faber
Weight(grams) 175g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 130mm * 20mm
