Low

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By Chrissy Williams

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Low is a compelling collection from Chrissy Williams, exploring identity and loss through poems centred on the anguish of miscarriage. Utilising themes from comedy, improvisation, drag, and clowning, the work examines how humour can foster change and navigate the complexities of experience. This thought-provoking, irreverent collection showcases Williams' talent for uncovering seriousness in the apparently trivial and ephemeral, inviting readers into a nuanced emotional landscape.
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Ideal for readers interested in contemporary poetry that confronts personal loss with innovative and experimental styles. Fans of emotionally resonant verse that blends humour with depth will find this collection particularly appealing.

This second collection from one of Britain's most innovative poets is an exploration of identity in the face of loss. At its heart is a series of poems about the desolation of miscarriage. Chrissy Williams' first collection Bear (Bloodaxe) was one of The Telegraph's 50 Best Books of the Year in 2017.

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This new collection from one of Britain's most innovative poets is an exploration of identity in the face of loss. At its heart is a series of poems about the desolation of miscarriage. These poems try to understand the many different means we use to come closer to articulating, and avoiding, experience.

Drawing on the language of comedy, improvisation, drag and clown, Low interrogates humour's role in enacting the possibility of change. A thought-provoking, irreverent and challenging book, Low exemplifies Chrissy Williams' ability to find 'seriousness in the apparently trivial and ephemeral' (Poetry Review).

Chrissy Williams' first collection, Bear (Bloodaxe), was one of The Telegraph's 50 Best Books of the Year in 2017. She has also published several pamphlets, one of which was shortlisted for the Michael Marks Award. Low is her second full-length collection.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Luke Kennard hails Chrissy Williams as his new favourite poet. Poetry Review praises the collection's profound care in phrasing and the rare blend of wit and sensitivity, while Shearsman commends Williams for creating a welcoming space for British experimental poetry with warmth and generosity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780375649

Publisher: Bloodaxe Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloodaxe Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 72

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Arts & Culture Chrissy Williams Non-Fiction Poetry

About the Author

Chrissy Williams is a poet, editor and tutor based in London. Her work has been featured by the BBC and her first collection Bear (Bloodaxe Books, 2017) was one of the Telegraph's 50 Best Books of the Year. The author of numerous pamphlets, her work has been shortlisted for the Michael Marks Award, and published in many magazines and anthologies including Poetry, Poetry Review, Poetry London and Salt's Best British Poetry series. She edited an anthology called Over the Line: An Introduction to Poetry Comics (Sidekick Books, 2015) and is editor of the online poetry journal PERVERSE. She is also an improviser and currently works as a comics editor.