{"title":"Andy Jackson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the thought-provoking works of Andy Jackson. Known for his poignant exploration of the human condition through poetry, Jackson offers readers a unique perspective on themes of identity, difference, and the body. His work often challenges societal norms, inviting us to reflect on the diversity and beauty of human experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection prominently features \u003cem\u003eHuman Looking\u003c\/em\u003e, a critically acclaimed piece that harmoniously blends arts and culture with deep personal insights. As you delve into Jackson's poems, you will find yourself drawn into vivid narratives that explore the complexity and beauty of what it means to be human.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndy's ability to weave together personal and universal themes makes his work an essential read for anyone interested in the arts, culture, and the ever-evolving dialogue around identity and belonging. Whether you are a seasoned poetry aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to inspire and resonate with readers from all walks of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Andy Jackson's works and immerse yourself in his transformative poetry that offers both introspection and enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"human-looking-by-andy-jackson-9781925818857","title":"Human Looking","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe poems in \u003ci\u003eHuman Looking\u003c\/i\u003e speak with the voices of the disabled and the disfigured, in ways which are confronting, but also illuminating and tender. They speak of surgical interventions, and of the different kinds of disability which they seek to 'correct'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey range widely, finding figures to identify with in mythology and history, art and photography, poetry and fiction. A number of poems deal with unsettling extremes of embodiment, and with violence against disabled people. Others emerge out of everyday life, and the effects of illness, pain and prejudice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe strength of the speaking voice is remarkable, as is its capacity for empathy and love. 'I, this wonderful catastrophe', the poet has Mary Shelley's monstrous figure declare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of unusual and disjunctive or 'deformed' poetic forms adds to the emotional impact of the poems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340861161708,"sku":"9781925818857","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18513903482873.jpg?v=1772172974"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/andy-jackson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}