
Registration for this online event will cost £2, later redeemable against the cost of the book. This remarkable compendium is a testament to the spirit of Phillips’s work.’ In a starred review of this book, Publishers Weekly said, ‘These lyrically rich, insightful poems are full of palpable aching and a human urge to understand. He is a poet who knows the rules and bends or breaks them, a master of syntax and prosody, avoiding convention and pursuing the lines of desire. A seemingly gentle but resolute attention to the things of this world evokes the joyful and painful elements in the contemporary human condition, characterised by loneliness and an unquenchable thirst for love.

Then the War and Selected Poems, 2007-2020 is two books in one: a representative selection from seven of his innovative earlier collections and a complete new book of poems, providing a powerful introduction to European readers. We will show the text during readings so that you can read along. The event will feature readings and discussion, and audience members will have the opportunity to ask their own questions. Hosting the reading will be writer and editor Brandon Taylor, joining Carl to discuss the new book. When running a book program or giveaway on a limited budget, we understand the challenges you can face finding high quality, low-cost books.Please join us to celebrate the launch of Then the War and Selected Poems 2007-2020 by Carl Phillips. With our large selection of high-interest titles, we can help you stock your classroom, library, or reading programs with great books up to 90% off the list price! Our unbeatable prices, paired with an easy-to-use website and knowledgeable sales team, make us an invaluable resource to help you provide excellent reading experiences for all ages-all while keeping your budget firmly in check.


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